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Draft rater: medium defenders

By Matt Burgan | Mon 12 October, 2009

Joseph Dare (Geelong Falcons, VIC)
Height: 188cm, Weight: 81kg, DOB: 17/10/92
Recruited from: Colac
The versatile defender/forward has risen up the charts in recent times and is not without a chance of being taken in the first round. Some recruiters believe he will be taken in the back half of the draft.
Draft range: 15-late

Marcus Davies (Tassie Mariners, TAS)
Height: 187cm, Weight: 81kg, DOB: 04/06/91
Recruited from: North Hobart
One of the three leading Tasmanians set to be drafted. The quick midfielder/defender has been rated as a likely round-three draftee.
Draft range: 30-50

Deon Gordon (NT Thunder, NT)
Height: 185cm, Weight: 87kg, DOB: 02/04/91
Recruited from: St Mary's
A skilful, natural footballer, he looms as a back-end draftee/rookie prospect after representing Northern Territory in this year's NAB AFL Under-18 Championships.
Draft range: Late/rookie

Ryan Harwood (Tassie Mariners, TAS)
Height: 184cm, Weight: 79kg, DOB: 08/07/91
Recruited from: Glenorchy
Has been rated as a possible first-round selection, but the 2009 Under-18 All-Australian inside midfielder looms more likely to be a second- or third-rounder.
Draft range: 30-50

Anthony Long (Calder Cannons, VIC)
Height: 186cm, Weight: 70kg, DOB: 06/01/91
Recruited from: St Mary's
The nephew of former Essendon star Michael Long, he is a skilful runner with an impressive vertical leap and agility. Looms as a mid-range draft pick.
Draft range: 30-55

Jamie MacMillan (Oakleigh Chargers, VIC)
Height: 188cm, Weight: 82kg, DOB: 29/09/91
Recruited from: Scotch College
The athletic and pacy MacMillan appears to be a back-end selection.
Draft range: Late

Jasper McMillan-Pittard (Geelong Falcons, VIC)
Height: 185cm, Weight: 70kg, DOB: 01/01/91
Recruited from: Torquay
Has several admirers. An athletic run-and-carry type, he could be a late first- or second-rounder.
Draft range: 15-35

Daniel Menzel (Central District, SA)
Height: 185cm, Weight: 77kg, DOB: 13/09/91
Recruited from: Golden Grove
Seems to have risen in recent times and it would not surprise if he moved inside the first round, although the second-round appears more likely. He is one to keep an eye on.
Draft range: 12-35

Dylan Roberton (Dandenong Stingrays, VIC)
Height: 190cm, Weight: 78kg, DOB: 21/06/91
Recruited from: Frankston
A skilful rebounding defender, Roberton has been rated as a second- to third-round pick in some quarters, with others believing he will be later in the draft.
Draft range: 20-60

Matthew Scott (Eastern Ranges, VIC)
Height: 185cm, Weight: 72kg, DOB: 12/04/91
Recruited from: Yarra Valley Grammar
Hard-at-it and clean with his hands, he has been rated a likely third rounder. 
Draft range: 30-55

Bradley Sheppard (East Fremantle, WA)
Height: 186cm, Weight: 78kg, DOB: 23/05/91
Recruited from: Wesley College
Has really come up the pecking order as the season progressed. The defender/onballer is not without a chance of being taken in the first 10, and definitely before selection 20.
Draft range: 7-20

Jordan Williams (Bendigo Pioneers, NSW)
Height: 184cm, Weight: 79kg, DOB: 06/05/91
Recruited from: Echuca
The contested ball-winner is arguably New South Wales' best prospect this year, although just where he fits exactly is unknown at this stage.
Draft range: Late/rookie

http://www.afl.com.au/news/newsarticle/tabid/208/newsid/85982/default.aspx

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Draft rater: tall defenders

By Matt Burgan | Tue 13 October, 2009

David Astbury (North Ballarat Rebels, VIC)
Height: 193cm, Weight: 79kg, DOB: 26/02/91
Recruited from: Tatyoon
Has always been on the radar this year and looms as a second to third rounder. He can also play up forward, with his lead-up play and strong hands are a feature. 
Draft range: 30-50

Dylan Grimes (Northern Knights, VIC)
Height: 192cm, Weight: 81kg, DOB: 16/07/91
Recruited from: Hurstbridge
The younger brother of emerging Demon Jack is also set to join the AFL. Grimes is taller than his older sibling, impressing with his closing speed and strong defensive play.
Draft range: 30-50

Tom MacKenzie (Geelong Falcons, VIC)
Height: 191cm, Weight: 85kg, DOB: 10/09/91
Recruited from: Anglesea
Able to play on talls or smalls, the athletic MacKenzie looms as a post top 30 prospect – more likely mid third to fourth round.
Draft range: 35-65

Simon Potts (North Adelaide, SA)
Height: 190cm, Weight: 76kg, DOB: 07/03/91
Recruited from: BMW
A good reader of play and a user of the ball by foot, the South Australian under-18 representative looms as a back-end selection to rookie prospect.
Draft range: Late-rookie

Sam Reid (Murray Bushrangers, VIC)
Height: 192cm, Weight: 84kg, DOB: 27/12/91
Recruited from: Wangaratta
The athletic rebounder – and younger brother of Collingwood's Ben – has been rated as a possible first-round selection by some recruiters through to a third-round choice.
Draft range: 12-45

Sam Shaw (Oakleigh Chargers, VIC)
Height: 191cm, Weight: 77kg, DOB: 05/04/91
Recruited from: Xavier College
A versatile prospect, Shaw is capable of playing up forward and in the midfield, due to his outstanding leap and pace. A second to third-round prospect.
Draft range: 20-50

Daniel Talia (Calder Cannons, VIC)
Height: 194cm, Weight: 89kg, DOB: 02/10/91
Recruited from: Assumption College
Talia will be one of the most sought after key defender/forwards in this year's draft. He could sneak into the top 10 or at worst push into the early stage of the second round.
Draft range: 8-25

Mitchell Taylor (NT Thunder, NT)
Height: 188cm, Weight: 79kg, DOB: 06/10/90
Recruited from: Wanderers
One of the Northern Territory's top prospects this year, the rebounder is a 19-year-old who is regarded by many recruiters as a back-end selection or early rookie prospect.
Draft range: Late-rookie

Luke Thompson (Geelong Falcons, VIC)
Height: 192cm, Weight: 85kg, DOB: 08/02/91
Recruited from: Timboon
Although many recruiters believed he would be taken as a 17-year-old draftee last year, the athletic and versatile Thompson is now viewed as a third to fourth rounder.
Draft range: 35-65

http://www.afl.com.au/news/newsarticle/tabid/208/newsid/85991/default.aspx

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Draft rater: medium forwards

By Matt Burgan | Wed 14 October, 2009

Ryan Bastinac (Dandenong Stingrays, VIC)
Height: 183cm, Weight: 74kg, DOB: 22/06/91
Recruited from: Rowville
A highly-rated midfielder, Bastinac is clean in traffic and has fine contested-ball winning ability. Although likely to be just outside the top 10, expect him to be gone by pick 25.
Draft range: 10-25

Ben Cunnington (Geelong Falcons, VIC)
Height: 186cm, Weight: 84kg, DOB: 30/06/91
Recruited from: Cobden
One of the most sought after players in this year's draft. The midfielder is one of the most hard-at-it players coming through. He is certain to be a top-10 pick.
Draft range: 3-10

Anthony Delborello (West Perth, WA)
Height: 181cm, Weight: 78kg, DOB: 02/08/91
Recruited from: Kingsley
A strong contested-ball winner, it would not surprise if the 2009 Western Australian representative went in the second round.
Draft range: 20-50

Mitchell Duncan (East Perth, WA)
Height: 188cm, Weight: 81kg, DOB: 10/6/91
Recruited from: Trinity College
Looks certain to be a top-40 selection, with a placing in the second round or early third most likely. Duncan is a lead-up player who is strong overhead.
Draft range: 15-40

Nat Fyfe (Claremont, WA)
Height: 186cm, Weight: 73kg, DOB: 18/09/91
Recruited from: Aquinas College
The smart goalkicker appears to have risen in recent times, with some believing he could be a possible second-rounder.
Draft range: 20-60

Kane Lucas (East Fremantle, WA)
Height: 188cm, Weight: 79kg, DOB: 26/06/91
Recruited from: Trinity College
Has definitely climbed up the charts in the latter part of the year. The highly-skilled, hard-running midfielder now appears to be a top 10 pick.
Draft range: 6-14

Andrew Moore (Eastern Ranges, VIC)
Height: 188cm, Weight: 81kg, DOB: 30/05/91
Recruited from: Yarra Valley Grammar
The younger brother of Tiger Kel looks set to be a first-rounder. The versatile Moore, who has been likened to Ryan O'Keefe and Andy Otten, could sneak into the top 10.
Draft range: 8-20

Brayden Norris (Murray Bushrangers, VIC)
Height: 186cm, Weight: 69kg, DOB: 27/11/91
Recruited from: Alexandra
The hard runner produced some impressive results at the NAB AFL Draft Camp, which included winning the beep test. He looms as a 40-plus pick at the moment.
Draft range: 40-late

Gary Rohan (Geelong Falcons, VIC)
Height: 186cm, Weight: 79kg, DOB: 07/06/91
Recruited from: Cobden
One of the draft's most exciting prospects this year. Rohan is an explosive, high-leaping type. His stocks have continued to climb throughout the year and a top 10 spot beckons.
Draft range: 2-9

Luke Tapscott (North Adelaide, SA)
Height: 180cm, Weight: 86kg, DOB: 28/06/91
Recruited from: Orroroo
Regarded by many as the best kick in this year's draft pool. A powerful midfielder/forward in the mould of Daniel Rich, he looks set to be a first-rounder.
Draft range: 6-18

Jack Trengove (Sturt, SA)
Height: 185cm, Weight: 82kg, DOB: 02/09/91
Recruited from: Kybybolite
Will rival Tom Scully as the first player selected this year. Trengove is an outstanding midfield/utility prospect. He shone in the recent senior SANFL finals.
Draft range: 1-3

Gerrick Weedon (Claremont, WA)
Height: 186cm, Weight: 80kg, DOB: 25/05/91
Recruited from: Clontarf College
He is highly rated by some recruiters, although others believe he could be taken later. Weedon possesses excellent vision and awareness.
Draft range: 30-late

http://www.afl.com.au/news/newsarticle/tabid/208/newsid/86015/default.aspx

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Draft rater: tall forwards

By Matt Burgan | Thu 15 October, 2009

Aaron Black (Peel Thunder, WA)
Height: 193cm, Weight: 78kg, DOB: 29/11/90
Recruited from: Kingsley
Really came into calculations during the second half of the season and is now regarded as a potential first-rounder. The athletic Black now looks set to be a top-25 pick at worst.
Draft range: 10-25

John Butcher (Gippsland Power, VIC)
Height: 197cm, Weight: 84kg, DOB: 03/07/91
Recruited from: Maffra
Rated as a possible No.1 draft choice earlier in the year, the big man appears to have slipped, despite being still highly touted by many. He should still be a first-rounder.
Draft range: 5-20

Jake Carlisle (Calder Cannons, VIC)
Height: 196cm, Weight: 83kg, DOB: 01/10/91
Recruited from: Craigieburn
The versatile tall with good foot skills has climbed up the order in recent times and now looks set to be a first-rounder. He is one of the best key position prospects this year.
Draft range: 5-20

Joshua Giddings (Glenelg, SA)
Height: 190cm, Weight: 75kg, DOB: 29/08/91
Recruited from: Henley
An agile, lead-up player with good foot skills, Giddings appears to be a 40-plus prospect in this year's mix. He represented South Australia in this year's under-18 champs. 
Draft range: 40-late

Benjamin Griffiths (Eastern Ranges, VIC)
Height: 198cm, Weight: 99kg, DOB: 17/09/91
Recruited from: Blackburn
Outstanding in aerial contests, some recruiters believe Griffiths is a certain top 20 pick, with others believing he could be a back-end second rounder or early third-round choice.
Draft range: 10-35

Tom Hill (Northern Knights, VIC)
Height: 199cm, Weight: 82kg, DOB: 07/04/91
Recruited from: Northern Bullants FC (VAFA)
Was touted as a late prospect in last year's draft, but having had another year in the TAC Cup may have improved his chances. He looms as a mid-range selection.
Draft range: 20-60

Ayden Kennedy (Eastern Ranges, VIC)
Height: 191cm, Weight: 79kg, DOB: 31/10/91
Recruited from: Wantirna South
Some recruiters believe the athletic goalkicker is a certainty, while others think he is more of a rookie prospect.
Draft range: 35-rookie

Matthew Panos (Norwood, SA)
Height: 192cm, Weight: 85kg, DOB: 25/01/91
Recruited from: Rostrevor College
Some believe the All-Australian goalkicker is a first-rounder; others view him as a rookie.
Draft range: 15-rookie

Troy Taylor (NT Thunder, NT)
Height: 188cm, Weight: 75kg, DOB: 12/09/91
Recruited from: South Alice Springs
After being strongly linked to Gold Coast, the exciting forward who is likened to Daniel Motlop, looks set to be claimed in the top 25, with the first-round certainly in the mix.
Draft range: 8-25

Nicholas Winmar (Claremont, WA)
Height: 190cm, Weight: 78kg, DOB: 27/04/91
Recruited from: Scarborough
Related to the St Kilda great of the same name, Winmar is a versatile prospect who was looked at closely by several clubs last year. He looms as a 40-plus selection this year.
Draft range: 40-late

http://www.afl.com.au/news/newsarticle/tabid/208/newsid/86059/default.aspx

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Draft rater: ruckmen

By Matt Burgan | Fri 16 October, 2009

James Craig (North Adelaide, SA)
Height: 195cm, Weight: 91kg, DOB: 18/04/91
Recruited from: Fitzroy
Earned All-Australian selection after the under-18 champs. Some believe he could be a top 20 pick, based on needs, or be a backend choice.
Draft range: 18-late

Joshua Donaldson (West Perth, WA)
Height: 193cm, Weight: 85kg, DOB: 04/05/91
Recruited from: Ocean Ridge
An athletic, versatile tall, capable of playing in key posts, Donaldson has also impressed with his speed for his size. He looms as a mid-range to later prospect.
Draft range: 40-late

Jack Fitzpatrick (Western Jets, VIC)
Height: 201cm, Weight: 85kg, DOB: 26/06/91
Recruited from: Wyndhamvale
Agile and quick for his size, Fitzpatrick can also play down back and in attack. He has been regarded as a potential first-rounder through to early third round.
Draft range: 10-35

Max Gawn (Sandringham Dragons, VIC)
Height: 206cm, Weight: 97kg, DOB: 28/12/91
Recruited from: Ormond
Sustained a knee injury before this year's under-18 championships, but still looms as a top-50 selection. Gawn could be taken as early as the second-round.
Draft range: 20-60

Joseph Groenewegan (Tassie Mariners, TAS)
Height: 196cm, Weight: 81kg, DOB: 25/10/91
Recruited from: Launceston
Groenewegan, the son of former Bulldog Robert, is a mobile tall with clean hands and good agility. He appears to be a backend/rookie prospect.
Draft range: Late-rookie

Jack Hannath (Central District, SA)
Height: 199cm, Weight: 83kg, DOB: 09/07/91
Recruited from: Angaston
A developing prospect, some believe he is a mid-range choice through to a rookie.
Draft range: 40-late

Dylan Jones (Sandringham Dragons, VIC)
Height: 196cm, Weight: 87kg, DOB: 03/11/91
Recruited from: Wesley College
A mobile tall with the ability to play forward, Jones possesses good hands and a strong work ethic. He appears to be a later selection at this stage.
Draft range: Late

Nathan Vardy (Gippsland Power, VIC)
Height: 198cm, Weight: 89kg, DOB: 25/06/91
Recruited from: Allies
Regarded by many recruiters as the best ruckman in this year's pool, Vardy is agile and has fine foot skills. He is a chance to sneak into the top 10 and is unlikely to slip past 25.
Draft range: 8-25

http://www.afl.com.au/news/newsarticle/tabid/208/newsid/86083/default.aspx

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Draft rater: small midfielders

By Matt Burgan | Mon 19 October, 2009

Callum Bartlett (Geelong Falcons, VIC)
Height: 179cm, Weight: 75kg, DOB: 19/06/91
Recruited from: North Geelong
Rated strongly by several recruiters, but recent injury worries have placed a question mark over the goalkicking midfielder.
Draft range: 30-50

Allen Christensen (Geelong Falcons, VIC)
Height: 176cm, Weight: 75kg, DOB: 19/05/91
Recruited from: Lara
Some believe the prolific ball-winner is a genuine top 10 pick, but he is more likely to go deep into the first-round, or early in the second. 
Draft range: 10-25

Travis Colyer (Claremont, WA)
Height: 175cm, Weight: 73kg, DOB: 24/8/91
Recruited from: Trinity College
The midfielder has been likened to John Platten and has certainly come up the pecking order in recent times.
 Draft range: 15-40

Kallen Geary (Bendigo Pioneers, VIC)
Height: 177cm, Weight: 70kg, DOB: 30/05/91
Recruited from: Eaglehawk
The contested ball-winner and brother of St Kilda's Jarryn topped the three kilometre time trial (9 minutes 43 seconds) at the draft camp, which may push him further up in draft calculations.
Draft range: 40-rookie

Robbie Hicks (Calder Cannons, VIC)
Height: 176cm, Weight: 68kg, DOB: 10/09/91
Recruited from: PEGS
Super-quick and classy around goal, Hicks displayed running talents at the draft camp, coming second in repeats sprints. He looms as a mid-range to rookie prospect.
Draft range: 40-rookie

Andrew Hooper (North Ballarat Rebels, VIC)
Height: 172cm, Weight: 78kg, DOB: 18/01/91
Recruited from: Golden Point
Strongly-built midfielder/defender, Hooper ticks plenty of boxes, but his final position will depend on where clubs think he will fit best.
Draft range: 20-rookie

Lewis Jetta (Swan Districts, WA)
Height: 178cm, Weight: 72kg, DOB: 04/05/89
Recruited from: Bridgetown
Without doubt the leading 'mature-age' player in this year's draft. The lightning-quick Jetta, who is related to Leroy and Neville, is set to be claimed in the first round.
Draft range: 4-20

Dylan McNeil (Murray Bushrangers, NSW)
Height: 178cm, Weight: 75kg, DOB: 20/03/91
Recruited from: Lavington
Captain of the NSW/ACT under-18 side, McNeil also won the Hunter Harrison Medal for the best division two player. The midfielder looms as a mid-range to rookie prospect.
Draft range: 40-rookie

Byron Sumner (Eagles, SA)
Height: 174cm, Weight: 68kg, DOB: 16/05/91
Recruited from: Woodville South
Possessing pace and a penetrating left-foot, Sumner is highly rated in some quarters, and may go as a high as a second-round pick.
Draft range: 35-late

Josh Thomas (Gold Coast, QLD)
Height: 178cm, Weight: 70kg, DOB: 01/10/91
Recruited from: Broadbeach
Opted not to sign up with Gold Coast and instead take his chances in this year's draft. It appears to be the right move for the classy ball-winner, as he has attracted keen interest.
Draft range: 20-60

Jason Tutt (NSW/ACT Rams)
Height: 176cm, Weight: 72kg, DOB: 15/05/91
Recruited from: Ainslie
The Australian Capital Territory's best prospect appears to be a backend to rookie chance at this stage. He is a running defender with a penetrating right foot.
Draft range: late-rookie

Derick Wanganeen (Port Adelaide, SA)
Height: 172cm, Weight: 63kg, DOB: 05/02/91
Recruited from: Mallee Park
Wanganeen, who is related to Brownlow Medallist Gavin, is a quick player with strong defensive skills. He appears to be a third-rounder onwards.
Draft range: 40-rookie

http://www.afl.com.au/news/newsarticle/tabid/208/newsid/86148/default.aspx

[one-eyed]

Draft rater: medium midfielders

By Matt Burgan | Tue 20 October, 2009

Justin Bollenhagen (South Adelaide, SA)
Height: 183cm, Weight: 75kg, DOB: 17/12/91
Recruited from: Reynella
A skillful left-footer, Bollenhagen possesses good hands and reads the play well. He appears to be in the mix from the backend onwards.
Draft range: Late-rookie

Alex Carey (Glenelg, SA)
Height: 181cm, Weight: 76kg, DOB: 27/8/91
Recruited from: Flagstaff Hill
An AIS/AFL Academy graduate, Carey is a ball-winning inside midfielder. He is rated as a possible third-rounder by some recruiters through to a late/rookie prospect.
Draft range: 40-rookie

Joshua Cowan (North Ballarat Rebels, VIC)
Height: 183cm, Weight: 71kg, DOB: 16/3/91
Recruited from: Daylesford
A run-and-carry wingman with fine ball-winning capabilities, Cowan appears to be a second to third round prospect.
Draft range: 20-50

Jessie Crichton (Tassie Mariners, TAS)
Height: 183cm, Weight: 66kg, DOB: 18/6/91
Recruited from: North Launceston
One of Tasmania's leading prospects, the creative playmaker has been rated a potential first round choice, but at worst appears to be in the top 30.
Draft range: 12-30

Jordan Gysberts (Eastern Ranges, VIC)
Height: 188cm, Weight: 83kg, DOB: 11/6/91
Recruited from: Yarra Valley Grammar
A smart ball-winner who can push forward and kick goals, Gysberts is a highly-rated prospect, looming as a first-round or top 20 pick.
Draft range: 12-30

Tom Harms (Sturt, SA)
Height: 185cm, Weight: 78kg, DOB: 15/6/91
Recruited from: Immanuel College
A versatile type who can also play up forward, Harms is a powerful and accurate kick. He looms as a backend selection at this stage.
Draft range: Late

Mark Hutchings (East Perth, WA)
Height: 180cm, Weight: 82kg, DOB: 25/5/91
Recruited from: Coolbinia
A hard-at-it inside midfielder, Hutchings captained the victorious under-18 Western Australian side this year. He could be as early as a third-rounder through to a rookie.
Draft range: 35-rookie

Dustin Martin (Bendigo Pioneers, VIC)
Height: 187cm, Weight: 86kg, DOB: 26/6/91
Recruited from: Castlemaine
Has continued to climb the rankings throughout the year and now looms as Richmond's first pick at No.3 in the NAB AFL Draft. Martin is an attacking onballer with fine skills.
Draft range: 2-5

Jake Melksham (Calder Cannons, VIC)
Height: 182cm, Weight: 69kg, DOB: 29/8/91
Recruited from: PEGS
Shone in this year's TAC Cup Grand Final win and was judged best-on-ground. Melksham is a ball-magnet with fine skills. It's hard to see him sliding past the top 20.
Draft range: 8-20

Anthony Morabito (Peel Thunder, WA)
Height: 190cm, Weight: 90kg, DOB: 29/10/91
Recruited from: Harvey Brunswick
The athletic Morabito has been likened to dual Brownlow Medallist Adam Goodes. There is no doubt he will be one of the most sought after player's this year.
Draft range: 2-5

Tom Scully (Dandenong Stingrays, VIC)
Height: 182cm, Weight: 74kg, DOB: 15/5/91
Recruited from: Haileybury College
It would be an massive shock if Scully was not the first or second name called out in this year's NAB AFL Draft. The prolific ball-winner is set to become a Demon.
Draft range: 1-2

Koby Stevens (Gippsland Power, VIC)
Height: 187cm, Weight: 83kg, DOB: 18/6/91
Recruited from: Lucknow
An inside midfielder and contested ball-winner, Stevens looks set to be a first-round to top 20 selection. He is ferocious on his attack on the ball.
Draft range: 12-20

http://www.afl.com.au/news/newsarticle/tabid/208/newsid/86180/default.aspx

[TigerLand]

With so many 30+ selections we MUST pick up Tom Harms.

The kid is a freak.

Absolute Gun.

Tom Harms (Sturt, SA)
Height: 185cm, Weight: 78kg, DOB: 15/6/91
Recruited from: Immanuel College
A versatile type who can also play up forward, Harms is a powerful and accurate kick. He looms as a back end selection at this stage.
Draft range: Late

That is laughable he's a gun if he's around pick 40-50 odd snap him up. If we don't take him at pick 72 we clearly have done no research at all this year.

Can play!