80 players invited to the 2016 AFL Draft Combine
FOR the draft crop of 2016, the AFL Draft Combine is the first sign that their AFL dreams are a step closer to fruition. An invitation to the AFL Draft Combine means that at least five AFL clubs have expressed interest in the player. The AFL Draft Combine is a way for clubs to determine […]
APS: modern footy’s greatest nursery?
In the first week of June, two schools – Scotch College and Melbourne Grammar met amidst the shipping containers at Edwin Flack Oval in Port Melbourne for the 158th running of the oldest rivalry in football, the Cordner-Eggleston Cup. In a hard fought and close battle, it was the boys from Hawthorn who prevailed, […]
Player focus: Six players whose draft stocks increased during the U18 Championships
After the Division One Under 18 Championships saw the two teams widely thought to have been the most talented instead finish last, a number of outside prospects have suddenly shot into draft calculations. Vic Metro were undefeated through the carnival, whilst their home town rivals Vic Country were unable to win a game. Here are six […]
Matt Balmer’s July Power Rankings
In an AFL Draft Central feature, AFL Draft analyst Matt Balmer will update his Power Rankings on the first Monday of every month. The National Under 18s Championships concluded on Wednesday with many players putting their hand up for selection in late November. Some have improved their draft stocks, while others have slid down the order with average carnivals. You can read […]
Taranto torments WA as Metro win the Under 18 championships
Vic Metro claimed the Under 18 championships for the first time since 2012, with a 23-point win over Western Australia at Simonds Stadium today. Metro led from start to finish and were just too strong for the travelling team. Tim Taranto starred with 24 disposals and a goal, making it the second game down at […]
Under 18 Championships – Round 4 preview
The Under 18 championships descend on Melbourne today with a big double header at Etihad Stadium. Game one kicks off between Vic Country and South Australia at 12.35pm. Vic Country have had a disappointing carnival so far without a win, whilst South Australia have had their only loss against Vic Metro last Sunday. Western Australia […]
Vic Metro steal the points off SA with come from behind win
A HUGE come from behind victory saw Vic Metro claim their second win for the Division One Under 18 championship. Trailing by 35-points at the final break, an inspiring effort from Oakleigh Charger Pat Kerr saw him kick four goals in 10 minutes to get Vic Metro back into the contest. Two late goals to Sandringham […]
Metro win thriller over arch rivals Country
Vic Metro claimed their first win over cross state rivals Vic Country for the first time since 2013, with a thrilling come from behind victory at Simonds Stadium on Monday. Trailing by 20-points at three-quarter time, Metro kicked the first four goals to hit the front, before a late fightback from Country gave them the […]
2016 Division One championships preview
The Division One Under 18 Championships kick off tomorrow in Western Australia. In a different format to the previous editions, there is one less round whilst the ‘Allies’ will join the competition in the pursuit of the converted title. You can find out more about the Allies here. Vic Country are once again strong and are […]
