Sam Niklaus
STRENGTHS: + Accumulation + Intercepting + Rebounding + Running power IMPROVEMENTS: – Composure – Kicking on the run Sam Niklaus is another of the state combine invitees tracked from outside the Under 18 representative squads. The Warrnambool native starred at school football level, winning the Xavier College best and fairest award as captain. He also […]
Aaron Sharkie
STRENGTHS: + Accumulation + Consistency + Running power + Work rate IMPROVEMENTS: – Impact-per-possession – Kick consistency Few running defenders can claim to have matched Aaron Sharkie’s output in 2025. The Oakleigh Chargers prospect forced his way back into the Vic Metro setup having represented his state in younger age groups, while also thriving at […]
Rome Burgoyne
STRENGTHS: + Composure + Decision making + Poise + Skills IMPROVEMENTS: – Defensive acts – Durability Described as somewhat of a slow burn, Rome Burgoyne long been touted as having the most potential of the Burgoyne brothers (sons of Peter), but is now beginning to match his talent with training standards and work rate. He’s […]
Austin van der Struyf
Austin van der Struyf spent most of his bottom-aged season playing PSA footy as captain of Christ Church Grammar School, but also turned out seven times for Claremont’s Colts, returning for the Tiger’s premiership. He’s a lightly framed, smooth moving outside player with sharp skills which catch the eye. Expect him to feature across half-back […]
