Liam Fawcett [merged]

[Tiger Khosh]

I got a good feeling about this kid. Think he’ll be a good player for us

[Damo]

I got a good feeling about this kid. Think he’ll be a good player for us

Ditto
Reckon he’s the forgotten youngster

[WilliamPowell]

I got a good feeling about this kid. Think he’ll be a good player for us

Ditto
Reckon he’s the forgotten youngster

Same

Said a few times last year when folks were lamenting our lack of key forwards coming through that we had this bloke on our list and he would be worth the wait

Wrapped to see him get his opportunity

[Andyy]

I got a good feeling about this kid. Think he’ll be a good player for us

Ditto
Reckon he’s the forgotten youngster

Same

Said a few times last year when folks were lamenting our lack of key forwards coming through that we had this bloke on our list and he would be worth the wait

Wrapped to see him get his opportunity

Well the criticism has been appropriate for a good 5+ years.

Fortunately the club has finally address it with Fawcett, Armstrong, Faull and Sims.

Lefau, Gray and Kosi to be the mature bodies (like Miller) whilst they are developing or to provide structure in the VFL.

Glad the club has finally drafted accordingly.

[Hard Roar Tiger]

Turn on the Fawcett

[Damo]

Turn on the Fawcett

https://youtu.be/HKPcUZhA9mU?si=xRx50T9rinLLgfP_

[one-eyed]

What did we all think of Fawcett on debut?


5 disposals (3k, 2h, 1c, 4u, 80% eff.)
2 marks
3 inside 50s
158m gained
1 intercept
4 score involvements
1 goal assist
1 goal
70% game time.

[Diocletian]

Had him well ahead of Armstrong until the last - would drop Bauer before either to make way for the Lynchpin.

[WilliamPowell]

Very good debut. Busted his gut to get to contests after his leads were ignored and our deplorable F50 entries

Looks like he has footy smarts

Persist.

[TigerLand]

Really happy

Armstrong
Faull
Fawcett

Gonna be handy. I think one has to turn into.a FWD / Ruck. I don't think we can play, develop and keep all 3 with 1 pinch hitting in ruck to give our next Ruckman a rest

[OneEyedRichmond]

Had him well ahead of Armstrong until the last - would drop Bauer before either to make way for the Lynchpin.

💯 😉

[Francois Jackson]

really positive signs for a first gamer.

hope they keep him in at the expense of Bauer but im not sure with Lynch coming back.

[one-eyed]

Fawcett has signed a one-year contract extension.

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Liam Fawcett signs for 2026 season

Emerging tall forward Liam Fawcett has signed a one-year contract extension with Richmond, committing to the Club for the 2026 season.

Selected with pick No. 43 in the 2023 AFL Draft, the promising South Australian talent is now locked in for a third year at Punt Road.

After being sidelined for most of his debut season due to a back injury, Fawcett bounced back strongly with an impressive second pre-season, earning his AFL debut in Round 2 this year against Port Adelaide.

The 197cm forward did some eye-catching things on debut, kicking a long-range goal, registering three inside 50s, and showcasing his athleticism and mobility.

At VFL level, Fawcett has continued to develop, averaging 2.4 marks per game and delivering standout performances—including three-goal hauls in hit outs against both Carlton’s VFL side and the Australia U/18 team.

Richmond General Manager – Football Talent, Blair Hartley, said that Fawcett had benefited from playing more regularly this year.

“Importantly for Liam, he has had some continuity this season, and we have been pleased with the way he has applied himself and continued to develop his game,” he added.

“He had a taste of senior football earlier this year which was great reward for his excellent pre-season, and we are excited about his prospects as he continues to improve within our football program.”

https://www.richmondfc.com.au/news/1808273/liam-fawcett-signs-for-2026-season

[WilliamPowell]

Liam was on my table at last week's player sponsor dinner.

Ripping young bloke

And no I don't sponsor him

[Andyy]

Liam was on my table at last week's player sponsor dinner.

Ripping young bloke

And no I don't sponsor him

Nice to hear.

One year sounds about right.

My assessment from watching him play is that he could benefit from a hair cut. What's your opinion after seeing him up close?