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Draft Order and Selections

ROUND 1:

1. Richmond - SAM LALOR
2. Brisbane - LEVI ASHCROFT (Bid matched)
3. North Melbourne Richmond - JAGGA SMITH
4. Carlton - SID DRAPER
5. Adelaide - FINN O’SULLIVAN
6. Melbourne - ALIX TAURU
7. Richmond North Melbourne - HARRY ARMSTRONG
8. Gold Coast - LEO LOMBARD (Bid matched)
9. St Kilda - HARVEY LANGFORD
10. St Kilda - TOBY TRAVAGLIA
11. Melbourne - JOSH SMILLIE
12. Richmond - MURPHY REID
13. Richmond - JOE BERRY
14. West Coast - XAVIER LINDSAY
15. Port Adelaide - TAJ HOTTON
16. Essendon - ISAAC KAKO (Bid matched)
17. Fremantle - BO ALLAN
18. Brisbane - SAM MARSHALL (Bid matched)
19. GWS - JOBE SHANAHAN
20. GWS - COOPER HYNES
21. Bulldogs - CHRISTIAN MORAES
22. Richmond - JACK WHITLOCK
23. Sydney - JESSE DATTOLI
24. Richmond North Melbourne - LUKE TRAINOR
25. GWS - OLIVER HANNAFORD
26. Sydney - JONTY FAULL
27. Richmond - MATT WHITLOCK

ROUND 2:

28. Richmond - HARRISON OLIVER
29. Bulldogs - TOM GROSS
30. West Coast - CLANCY DENNIS
27. Brisbane Matched Ashcroft bid
31. Essendon Adelaide - ALEX DODSON
32. Port Adelaide - NOAH MRAZ
33. Fremantle - ANGUS CLARKE
32. Essendon Matched Kako bid
34. St Kilda - HAMISH DAVIS
35. Hawthorn - KALE GERREYN
34. Brisbane Matched Ashcroft bid
36. Bulldogs - LACHIE JAQUES
37. Port Adelaide - BEN CAMPOREALE (Bid not matched)
38. GWS - JAMES BARRAT
39. Carlton - HARRY O’FARRELL
38. Gold Coast Matched Lombard bid
39. Essendon Matched Kako bid
40. Gold Coast Matched Lombard bid
42. Brisbane Matched Ashcroft bid

ROUND 3:

43. Brisbane Matched Ashcroft bid
40. Sydney - JACK OUGH
41. Geelong - LUKE URQUHART
42. Essendon - THOMAS SIMS
43. St Kilda - GABRIEL STUMPF
44. Bulldogs - JOSH DOLAN
44. Brisbane Matched Marshall bid
45. Port Adelaide - CHARLIE NICHOLLS
48. Gold Coast Matched Lombard bid
46. Collingwood - HUGH BOXSHALL
47. Essendon - JASPER ALGER
48. Essendon - OLLIE WARBURTON
49. Essendon Surplus points from bid match - HARRY CHARLESON
50. Collingwood - JAXON ARTEMIS
51. GWS - ARCHER DAY-WICKS
52. West Coast - MALAKAI CHAMPION (Bid matched)
53. Geelong - WILL HAYES
53. Brisbane Matched Marshall bid
54. GWS - LOGAN SMITH (Bid matched)
55. Sydney - ADRIAN COLE (Bid not matched)
56. Collingwood - RHYS UNWIN

ROUND 4:

58. Gold Coast Matched Lombard bid
57. North Melbourne - RIVER STEVENS
58. Carlton - SAM DAVIDSON
59. Adelaide - ZAK JOHNSON
60. Gold Coast - Surplus points from bid match - BAILEY MCKENZIE
61. Essendon - TOM BELL
62. Collingwood - MAX KNOBEL
63. Fremantle - FLOYD BURMEISTER
64. Carlton
65. Carlton
66. Gold Coast
67. Hawthorn
68. Carlton Adelaide
67. West Coast Matched Champion bid
68. GWS Matched Smith bid
69. Geelong
70. Gold Coast
71. Hawthorn
72. Gold Coast
73. West Coast - Surplus points from bid match
 
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With the first pick of day 2, Pick 28, the Tigers select, from the Sandringham Dragons;

Harrison Oliver

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“One of the most well regarded ball users in the draft, boasting a wand-like left foot and the ticker to take gutsy overhead marks.”

Harrison Oliver has proven to be a serial winner across his top-age campaign. He played alongside a host of Sandringham teammates as Brighton Grammar took out the APS title, and went on to help the Dragons win a third consecutive Coates Talent League flag. In terms of individual honours, he was named in the Talent League Team of the Year and earned All Australian selection.

While he had his big moment in the 2024 National Championships, Oliver has been a staple of representative sides throughout his junior career. He was selected in the Under 12 and 15 School Sport Victoria (SSV) squads, before turning out for Vic Metro in the 2022 Under 16 championships and making his debut for Sandringham in the same year. A place in Metro’s Under 18 squad was almost inevitable.

Oliver provides a handy point of difference in what has long shaped as a midfield-heavy draft. His home is across half-back, but he has the traits to translate to each third of the field if required. The intangibles like work rate, courage, and competitiveness are all traits which Oliver possesses, and he has the skill to compliment them.

AsterixTheGaul The Doggies are on the clock.
 

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Disappointed to see there have been no melts over the mock draft picks, lift your game West Coast bigfooty punters!
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We're saving that for the real draft.
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Note to Aunty Laura - this system is compromised. Don't give us any more of the AFL House bullcrap. How can a club who comes second last be sitting with pick 29 as the natural second pick (yes I know it was traded)? You may have tweaked the Academy and F/S matching, let us hope it works. The Free Agency compensation is a joke and the first 2 rounds need to be protected. Battle, Perryman and Cumming are not top end players and should only be giving the departing clubs end of R2 compo.

Rant over.

With pick 29, Doggies select Tom Gross. 181cm midfielder from Oakleigh Chargers


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Rationale: Doggies are set for talls and having taken Moraes with the pick we got from the Cats for losing Smith (it still feels unders) we choose another midfielder with the pick we fleeced from Norf with the Caleb trade. Swings and roundabouts. One overs, one unders.

I suspect on draft night that this pick will be offered a F1 as Gross feels like a mid to late first rounder in a normal draft year. At 29 and getting the quality of talls on offer and Gross, it feels deep.

Again, there were plenty of talls to select from and while I had 3 players ahead of Oliver, the Dogs need mids. Gross will partner up very nicely with Sanders in the guts with Moraes proving more of the outside run.Gross is hard at the contest and will be well suited to life at the kennel.

No pressure We_The_West , with your last pick (unless you can buy back in at a decent prices) you are up.
 
WEST COAST SELECT CLANCY DENNIS WITH PICK 30
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West Coast select a home grown talent and one of the best young key defenders in the pool. This fills another need with the loss of Tom Barrass and the pending retirement of Jeremy McGovern.

"A tall defender who is composed under pressure and consistently makes the correct decision on when to intercept mark or spoil. A super competitive type, he is rarely beaten one-on-one, which he demonstrated for Western Australia at the National Championships. Was among hist team’s best players against the Allies and Victoria Country and was rewarded with All Australian honours. Continued his impressive year at club level for Claremont, averaging 16 disposals and six marks at Colts level to win selection in the WAFL Colts Team of the Year. Did not test at the Draft Combine due to an ankle injury."



"Dennis also possesses great leadership qualities. He is vocal in the back six, directing teammates on where to position themselves behind the ball and ferocious in his demands for teammates to perform their roles. What makes it better is that the aggression and ferocity that Dennis plays with rubs off on teammates and improves the entire defensive unit.

Another aspect of Dennis’ game is his versatility. As a bottom-ager he was played as a ruckman, averaging nearly 19 hitouts per game, and while he spent the majority of 2024 in the backline, he is more than capable of going forward and taking contested marks there, too."

eaglevision You're up buddy!
 
We_The_West said:
WEST COAST SELECT CLANCY DENNIS WITH PICK 30
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West Coast select a home grown talent and one of the best young key defenders in the pool. This fills another need with the loss of Tom Barrass and the pending retirement of Jeremy McGovern.

"A tall defender who is composed under pressure and consistently makes the correct decision on when to intercept mark or spoil. A super competitive type, he is rarely beaten one-on-one, which he demonstrated for Western Australia at the National Championships. Was among hist team’s best players against the Allies and Victoria Country and was rewarded with All Australian honours. Continued his impressive year at club level for Claremont, averaging 16 disposals and six marks at Colts level to win selection in the WAFL Colts Team of the Year. Did not test at the Draft Combine due to an ankle injury."



"Dennis also possesses great leadership qualities. He is vocal in the back six, directing teammates on where to position themselves behind the ball and ferocious in his demands for teammates to perform their roles. What makes it better is that the aggression and ferocity that Dennis plays with rubs off on teammates and improves the entire defensive unit.

Another aspect of Dennis’ game is his versatility. As a bottom-ager he was played as a ruckman, averaging nearly 19 hitouts per game, and while he spent the majority of 2024 in the backline, he is more than capable of going forward and taking contested marks there, too."

eaglevision You're up buddy!
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Thanks buddy.

Pick 31: Adelaide select Alex Dodson

With only two ruckmen on the list both aged 29, the Crows were delighted to see local 203cm talent and the best ruck in the class Alex Dodson slip through to pick 31.

Dodson missed the entire 2023 footy season to pursue basketball and after a stellar year in 2024 he presents not only as the best ruck prospect but the one with the most upside in potential development. Dodson is clean with his hands and a very good follow-up ruckman who can win his own clearance.

Whilst showing great mobility and athleticism, one area of Dodson‘s game he could work on to expedite his selection in the Crows side would be to work on his forward craft as to not limit his role to the ruck contest.

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Taking a risk here given his injury problems and the fact I already went for the question mark in Hotton but Port need a KPD so gonna go for Noah Mraz.

Port Adelaide - Pick 32 - NOAH MRAZ

Dandenong Stingrays
Key Defender
Height: 198cm

AFL Player comparison: Darcy Moore

SNAPSHOT: “A mobile and versatile key position prospect who missed most of his top-age season, but has more than enough quality to make the next level.” – Michael Alvaro


Noah Mraz entered his top-age season as one of the nation’s most highly touted tall prospects. He had represented Vic Country across the Under 16, 17, and 18 age groups between 2022-23, which duly put him on track for National Academy selection in 2024. Mraz made his Coates Talent League debut as a 16-year-old and went on to convert his one appearance to 12 as a bottom-ager.


Throughout his campaign last year, Mraz took on roles against the likes of draftees Archer Reid and Jordan Croft, and earned a call-up for Vic Country’s Under 18s. He was then part of the National Futures game on AFL Grand Final day. Mraz’s 2024 preseason was scuppered by a head knock which saw him placed under concussion protocols, forcing him out of Round 1.


The mobile and competitive tall got back on the park for Dandenong’s Round 2 and 3 fixtures, and had the honour of representing Australia in the National Academy’s opening game against Coburg. Unfortunately, he then unearthed a navicular fracture which ruled him out for the remainder of the season. By his account, he likely played all three games this year with the injury.


Despite desperate efforts to get back on the park, Mraz instead set his sights on being able to test at the National Draft Combine. He did so, performing well in the vertical jumps and agility test. Throughout the rehab process he had experience coaching Dandenong’s backline, while also working on his upper-body strength and ground balls.



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Dandenong Stingrays tall Noah Mraz missed most of his top-age campaign, but projects as a mobile and versatile prospect.
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eaglevision said:
Your argument is perfectly reasonable. I just think Melbourne are about to go off a cliff and need to address multiple list holes that have no young players developing but absolutely having to plan against both of them would be a nightmare in a few years.
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I agree on the dees. Hawks F1 and 12 for dees F1 and 9!! See if they'd be willing to back 3 spots for a F1 swap. Test their hubris.!!

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St. Kilda - Pick 34
Hamish Davis
I had planned on going another way but Davis is too good to pass up at this stage.
Continuing on with my theme of bolstering the midfield.


Hamish Davis: St Kilda's Next Star Wingman and Potential Brad Hill Heir Apparent​

Why St Kilda FC is Picking Hamish Davis​

St Kilda FC has found a unique and highly versatile talent in Hamish Davis, a player whose exceptional endurance, high-footy IQ, and dynamic running patterns make him a perfect candidate to step into a wing role at AFL level, and potentially the Brad Hill-replacement. With a blend of athleticism, football intelligence, and versatility, Davis offers the Saints a player who can not only contribute immediately but has immense upside as a long-term fixture on the wing or in a high-forward/midfield rotation.
One of St Kilda’s key areas of focus has been enhancing their midfield depth and adding pace and link-up play to their game, which has often been a hallmark of successful teams. Davis’ ability to cover the ground with his high endurance, combined with his capacity to be a scoring threat both up forward and through the midfield, makes him an exciting prospect to bolster St Kilda’s outside run and creativity. His work rate and positioning enable him to be a reliable option as a winger, providing a link between the midfield and attack, similar to the role Brad Hill has performed for the Saints.
Moreover, St Kilda has an opening in their wing rotation, with a spot likely available in the coming seasons. Davis’ high football IQ and impressive performances at both WAFL Colts and League levels, where he showcased his consistency and ability to impact the scoreboard, make him a prime candidate for an early debut and long-term success in a wing position.

Why Hamish Davis is One of the Draft's Best Utility Players​

Hamish Davis has proven to be a true jack-of-all-trades with the potential to dominate in multiple roles across the field. Whether as a tall forward, medium forward, or midfielder, Davis' versatility makes him a highly valuable pick for a club like St Kilda, who are looking for a multi-dimensional player capable of evolving as needed. His flexibility allows him to influence the game in a variety of ways, providing options for matchups depending on the opposition and in-game scenarios.
Davis’ football IQ is one of his standout qualities. He has a keen sense of positioning and running patterns that allow him to impact the game without always needing to dominate the ball. His ability to read the play and make smart decisions—whether setting up teammates, taking the game on, or getting himself into dangerous positions—will serve him well at AFL level. This is particularly important for St Kilda as they continue to develop their attacking strategies and look for players who can not only win the ball but create opportunities for others.
Additionally, Davis has demonstrated an impressive ability to hit the scoreboard from various positions, which is a critical trait for any modern midfielder. His knack for finding space and using his running power to get in dangerous positions has made him a consistent threat, both in general play and inside forward 50. His best-on-ground performance in Claremont’s WAFL League elimination final, where he collected 21 disposals and kicked 4 goals, underscores his potential to influence games at the highest level.

Endurance and Football Intelligence: Key Strengths​

One of the key reasons St Kilda is targeting Hamish Davis is his exceptional endurance, which sets him apart from many of his peers in this draft class. Davis ran an impressive 6:18 over 2km, placing him among the top endurance athletes in the draft pool. His ability to sustain a high work rate over long distances makes him an ideal candidate to play on the wing, where the demand for relentless running and providing link-up play is crucial.
Davis uses his endurance not just to cover the ground but to make an impact all over the field. He regularly works high up the ground to act as a link player, helping with ball movement from the back half and pushing forward to create attacking options. His aerobic capacity ensures he can work both ways—defensively and offensively—getting involved in possession chains and running hard both to receive the ball and to apply pressure to the opposition.
In addition to his endurance, Davis’ football intelligence is a critical factor in why St Kilda sees him as a potential future star. He consistently makes the right decisions under pressure, whether that’s through his running patterns, his ability to read the play, or his understanding of when to take the game on and when to play more conservatively. This footballing smarts also translates to his ability to play multiple roles—forward, midfield, or wing—and contribute meaningfully wherever he’s needed.

Impact in the Forward Line and Midfield​

Davis’ ability to transition between the midfield and forward line is another reason St Kilda is so keen on his potential. His versatility in this regard gives the Saints valuable flexibility, as they can use him as a forward target or a high-pressure player inside 50. As a forward, Davis uses his size, smart bodywork, and high footy IQ to separate from opponents and create scoring opportunities. His clean hands below his knees, combined with his ability to finish in front of goal, allow him to impact the scoreboard regularly.
In the midfield, Davis’ clean disposal and ability to create attacking chains make him an asset. His vision and confidence to pick off difficult kicks, combined with his ability to spin away from tacklers and shrug off opponents, make him a dangerous ball carrier. He can create offensive movements from stoppages and is not afraid to take the game on, often choosing to kick long or deliver incisive passes into the forward 50.

Areas for Improvement​

While Davis is a highly polished player, there are areas for development that St Kilda can work on. One is his explosive speed, which, while above average, can be improved to match the intensity of AFL pace. If he can further develop his initial acceleration and speed, he will become an even greater asset on the wing, where burst speed is critical in both attack and defence.
Another area of focus is his kicking action, particularly the ball drop, which can be somewhat inconsistent at times. Though Davis is generally a good kick, refining this technique will ensure greater consistency, particularly under the pressure of AFL games. If these areas improve, Davis will elevate his game further and could transition into a full-time midfielder in the future, giving him even more versatility.

Conclusion: Why St Kilda is Excited About Hamish Davis​

Hamish Davis brings a unique combination of endurance, football IQ, and versatility to the table, making him an exciting prospect for St Kilda. His ability to play as a high forward, wingman, or inside midfielder means he can impact games from various positions, offering St Kilda flexibility and dynamism in their structures. His performances across WAFL Colts and League level, combined with his excellent form in the National Championships, have demonstrated that he is ready to take the next step into the AFL.
With his high work rate, intelligence, and knack for scoring, Davis is perfectly suited to fill the void left that will be left by players like Brad Hill and add further depth to St Kilda's wing rotation. As he continues to refine his game and add more explosiveness and consistency, Davis has all the tools to become a key player for the Saints in the coming years, potentially making an immediate impact as a wingman and pushing for a permanent midfield role in the long term.
In short, Hamish Davis represents the future of St Kilda’s outside run and versatility—a player with a sky-high ceiling who will likely play an important role in their quest for sustained success.






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With Pick 35 the Hawks pick the lump of a lad

Kayle Gerreyn​

Height: 199cm
Weight:
D.O.B: 10-05-2006
Leagues: AFL U18 Championships

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  • SUMMARY​

SNAPSHOT: “Western Australia’s leading key position draft prospect in 2024, Kayle Gerreyn has incredible physical attributes which have allowed him to dominate WAFL Colts games all year.” – Denholm Melrose
After impressing in four games as a bottom-ager last season, Gerreyn was selected as a member Western Australia’s Under 16 squad. He then went on to play 11 Colts games for West Perth in season 2024, as well as breaking through for two senior appearances in the Falcons’ League side. Gerreyn was a member of the West Australian Under 18 squad that impressed in the National Championships, where he averaged 13 disposals, nine hitouts, and kicked five goals in four outings. Gerreyn duly earned a National Draft Combine invitation, where he impressed with a sharp agility test time of 8.082 seconds.
 
Having lost the drive off half back with Caleb Daniels, time to add in a quality dashing rebound defender who has been likened to Miles Bergman.

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Jaques offers dash, speed, flair and loves to take the game on. Excellent ball use and decision making under pressure, he will suit the Doggies game and he is not afraid to take it on through the corridor. Docklands will suit this guy.

squashface -over to you and the feral rats at the other harbour town club. You might like to go a local lad in one of the Campo twins!!!
 
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I forgot to bid on Ben Camporeale. Port and Doggies should 100% bid as he is good value at this range and the Blues have another pick shortly before Port and Dogs get into their early R3 picks.

Sorry Carbine Chaos - but better off giving us both more options.

As an aside, the end of the second round is feeling pretty damn healthy in options. West Coast should be aiming to get back in here as it should not cost that much.
 

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