A mature-age candidate out of the SANFL, Frank Szekely will be hoping his body of work at state league level prizes him a chance at the top level as a 23-year-old. Szekely impressed in his fourth year with the Roosters, stringing together a career-high 19 games in South Australia's top flight to put his name forward. He helped the Roosters to a grand final appearance, and also fared well in an exhibition match for the newly-formed Fitzroy Cubs against Carlton VFL, showcasing his speed and smarts as a small forward.

A factor which has set Szekely apart in 2022 has been his proven versatility. He cut his teeth mostly as a small forward, but began to utilise his sharp decision making and pace off both half-back and the wing this season. Capable of adjusting his game to roles at either end of the ground, his array of AFL traits have been displayed in different ways for recruiters to consider.

With clubs valuing running defenders who can stream forward and hurt the opposition, Szekely may fit that bill, with the remaining secondary value of his forward craft. He was a top performer at South Australia's draft combine too, finishing in the top five for the 2km time trial and standing vertical jump.