SNAPSHOT: "A strong left-footed utility who can play in just about any position, Forbes is clever around goals and a reliable rebounder up the other end."

STRENGTHS:

+ Versatility
+ Strength
+ Kick penetration
+ Goal sense
+ Contested work

IMPROVEMENTS:

- Composure
- Defensive pressure

PROFILE:

Kyla Forbes has played across all three lines for the Calder Cannons and now Vic Metro, with the versatile utility a strong prospect who has a high-level contested game and powerful left peg. Starting as a forward, she did gradually develop as a midfielder at the Cannons, and then in her top-age year took over that role.

To play all three games for Vic Metro, Forbes ended up in defence where she could use her penetrating left boot to advantage, quite often taking the kickouts for the 'Big V' and releasing the pressure valve for her side. No stranger to winning the ball at the coalface, Forbes is a effective by hand and more than capable of extracting it from congestion.

Forbes did have a tendency to rush by foot when exiting a stoppage, throwing the ball on the boot that led to turnovers. However with time and space she is more effective, and can hit the scoreboard when inside 50. She kicked seven goals in her bottom-age season with some eye-catching goal sense, and while at times her defensive pressure could improve, it made noticeable strides for Calder in 2024.

DRAFT RANGE: Late/Rookie

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