List Mgmt. 2025 AFL Draft - Champs Edition

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Grjl back at Oakleigh

Thrillem back at Gippsland

NHH back for Dandenong

Lindsay back for Falcons

Daffy back for Falcons

Greeves & Taylor named for Eastern

Phillipou named WWT seniors

BOB named North Adelaide senior for debut

Bison named for West Adelaide U18

Kellaway named for Sturt U18

Sharp named for Centrals seniors

LeRay named for Centrals U18

Fred named for South Fremantle U18

 

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Lippy little campaigner aren't you?

I maybe lippy
I maybe a campaigner
But I'm definitely not little

 

[tigs2010]

I maybe lippy
I maybe a campaigner
But I'm definitely not little

Fat campaigner. Best

 

[Calcium Man]

Grjl back at Oakleigh

Thrillem back at Gippsland

NHH back for Dandenong

Lindsay back for Falcons

Daffy back for Falcons

Greeves & Taylor named for Eastern

Phillipou named WWT seniors

BOB named North Adelaide senior for debut

Bison named for West Adelaide U18

Kellaway named for Sturt U18

Sharp named for Centrals seniors

LeRay named for Centrals U18

Fred named for South Fremantle U18

Dougie?

 

[lizard man]

Jack dalton equalled the all time record for pre season combine on the yo-yo test at 22.4

 

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Dougie?

Fook him

 

[Charlie Pannam]

Not sure when Boxhill name their VFL side, but hoping to see Dovaston again. Very impressive highlights package last week against the Dogs.

 

[tigs2010]

Not sure when Boxhill name their VFL side, but hoping to see Dovaston again. Very impressive highlights package last week against the Dogs.

Should be vfl this week given not playing for Eastern

 

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Should be vfl this week given not playing for Eastern

 

[AstuteTiger]

WILLEM DUURSMA

There’s never been any doubt on how good Duursma can be at AFL level, because his ceiling is absolutely enormous. But about a month ago, there were some lingering questions from scouts around his defensive work, kicking and consistency. He’s shown an ability to play across all three lines this year, but he hadn’t truly stamped his authority in any one position.

In many ways, that versatility might have hampered his draft year a little bit. He’s sometimes been thrown around making it hard to absolutely nail one position. But his final National Championships against Vic Metro, combined with some starring performances in the Coates Talent League and his efforts at VFL level in recent weeks have impressed onlookers.

Duursma has played his best footy at the Power as a midfielder who hits the scoreboard and does maximum damage in the attacking half. He’s averaged 25 disposals, five marks, five tackles and just over a goal a game for Gippsland but it’s been his efforts turning out for the Casey Demons in the VFL over the past few weeks that have further enhanced his draft credentials.

The Vic Country MVP was superb in Casey’s narrow win over Brisbane last week, accumulating 20 disposals, six marks, four tackles and six intercepts. The week before he had 17 touches and ten marks. His ability to step up a level and still perform strongly has no doubt pleased recruiters. He’ll be the fourth Duursma to land on a list, following in the footsteps of older siblings Xavier, Yasmin and Zane.

What his best position at AFL level is remains to be seen, but his versatility means he could have an impact really early on wherever he lands. He flies for his marks, has an uncanny nous around goal and has reminded recruiters in recent weeks why he should still be considered a contender for pick 1.

PERTH, AUSTRALIA - JUNE 07: Willem Duursma of Victoria Country warms up during the Marsh AFL National Championships U18 Boys match between Western Australia and Victoria Country at Mineral Resources Park, on June 07, 2025, in Perth, Australia. (Photo by Paul Kane/AFL Photos/via Getty Images)Source: Getty Images


LACHY DOVASTON

Scouts are saying he could be Nick Watson 2.0 such is his incredible skillset. Dovaston is a creative, speedy small forward who has set the pathways alight in his draft year.

The Eastern Ranges product was handed a VFL debut with the Box Hill Hawks on the weekend and dazzled spectators. He finished with 18 disposals and five marks and could’ve had an even bigger day out had he converted more efficiently in front of goal (1.3).

Dovaston earned All-Australian honours for his campaign with Vic Metro, where he snagged nine goals from four matches. Like we’ve seen previously with Watson through the pathways and recently at AFL level, Dovaston has had some stints on-ball with the Ranges in recent times adding more strings to his bow.

He’s had some standout performances at Coates Talent League level, averaging 15.8 disposals and 5.6 tackles per game in addition to his 26 goals from 11 matches. The crafty forward with an impressive mullet, Dovaston has all the makings of becoming a cult hero at AFL level and is firmly in the first round mix as one of, if not the best small forward in this year’s pool.

IPSWICH, AUSTRALIA - JULY 13: Lachy Dovaston of Victoria Metro competes during the Marsh AFL National Championships U18 Boys match between Allies and Victoria Metro at Brighton Homes Arena, on July 13, 2025, in Ipswich, Australia. (Photo by Albert Perez/AFL Photos via Getty Images)


DYSON SHARP

Sharp was the standout from the National Championships, earning the Larke Medal as the best player across the campaign. Sharp’s consistency was elite at the Championships, leading South Australia to their first title since 2018.

The South Australian is a stoppage beast who loves to hit the scoreboard. He’s a great leader and he’s ready to go at AFL level. The SA MVP is firmly in the top five mix and clubs will be hoping he’s the sort of player who can be entrenched in their side for over a decade.

The knock on Sharp, especially pre-Champs, was that he doesn’t quite have the ceiling as some of the other prospects around him. But his output this year can’t be questioned and there are clubs who would be more than happy to bank Sharp, who will likely play 200+ AFL games and could be a future skipper at the top level.

His decision-making and ball use has come a long way in 2025 and he’s also shown he can damage opposition sides in transition, too. A couple of weeks back, Sharp amassed 22 disposals and 12 marks for Central District. He’s more developed than others his age and is another who will be eyeing off an early season debut next year.

ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - JUNE 08: Dyson Sharp (c) of South Australia celebrates a goal during the Marsh AFL National Championships U18 Boys match between South Australia and Victoria Metro at Alberton Oval, on June 08, 2025, in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by Mark Brake/AFL Photos/via Getty Images)Source: Getty Images


SAM GRLJ

The Oakleigh Chargers on-baller had skyrocketed into top 10 calculations earlier in the season, but he hasn’t quite shot the lights out in recent times. Having said that, his performances at VFL level for Richmond recently have done his first round chances no harm.

On debut against the Suns’ VFL side a fortnight ago, Grlj was on fire early, racking up eight touches in the first term. His speed, burst and power was exciting and he managed to finish with 18 touches, six marks and seven rebound 50s. Last week, he backed it up with a 15-disposal outing against Sandringham side.

Grlj played three matches for the Chargers at the start of the year, averaging 21 touches and five tackles a game. Throughout the National Championships with Vic Metro, the exciting midfielder went at 17 touches per game. He’s a likely first round prospect and will be eyeing off a strong end to the year with the Chargers.


HUGO MIKUNDA

Geelong Falcons midfielder Hugo Mikunda is another who has seen his stocks rise in recent weeks.

Mikunda put together a fantastic final Champs game against Vic Metro, where he amassed 20 touches, 405 metres gained and two goals to be amongst his side’s best. He earned a VFL debut with Werribee last week, recording 15 disposals, six marks and four tackles.

His ability to impact with his disposal is also top quality. He’s a great ball user, brings teammates into the game and works hard. He’s had a sound campaign so far for the Falcons, averaging 19.4 touches and 5.9 inside 50s per match. He doesn’t accumulate heaps of the ball like some of his other peers, but he’s a high impact player who will appeal to some AFL clubs.

PERTH, AUSTRALIA - JUNE 07: Hugo Mikunda of Victoria Country in action during the Marsh AFL National Championships U18 Boys match between Western Australia and Victoria Country at Mineral Resources Park, on June 07, 2025, in Perth, Australia. (Photo by Paul Kane/AFL Photos/via Getty Images)

 

[SumTingWong]

Dovaston is a no brainer for us.

 

[Drunken Wookie]

Dovaston is a no brainer for us.

missing piece of our forward mix is exactly his type. an actual dangerous small forward.

next premiership forwardline could look like:
campbell armstrong lalor
hotton faull dovaston

sensual.

 

[Charlie Pannam]

missing piece of our forward mix is exactly his type. an actual dangerous small forward.

next premiership forwardline could look like:
campbell armstrong lalor
hotton faull dovaston

sensual.

I’m a bit wary of comparisons but the Nick Watson comparison is a good one.
I wasn’t sure how his leg speed compares to Watson, but he looks pretty zippy. Be interested to hear from some of the more avid u18 watchers exactly how quick he is.

 

[Drunken Wookie]

I’m a bit weary of comparisons but the Nick Watson comparison is a good one.
I wasn’t sure how his leg speed compares to Watson, but he looks pretty zippy. Be interested to hear from some of the more avid u18 watchers exactly how quick he is.

his highlights are pretty awesome from what im watching. has pace and excellent vision/skills in general play and he's not afraid to go inside and be an extractor at stoppage either. looks tough AND silky, rare combination. thats without even mentioning his elite forward craft and finishing skills.
no aerial game to speak of is his only knock from the vision but we dont need that. we do need a sneaky goal kicking little bastard though.

 

[Charlie Pannam]

his highlights are pretty awesome from what im watching. has pace and excellent vision/skills in general play and he's not afraid to go inside and be an extractor at stoppage either. looks tough AND silky, rare combination. thats without even mentioning his elite forward craft and finishing skills.
no aerial game to speak of is his only knock from the vision but we dont need that. we do need a sneaky goal kicking little bastard though.

Yeah awesome highlight package from last weekend. There’s been some excellent performances in theVFL from this year’s crop.

 

[Stylo]

Dovaston is a no brainer for us.

I like him a lot but not with a top 5 pick imo. Would be a good outcome if we could split one pick and grab Dovaston and Grlj with it

 

[fargothegreat]

missing piece of our forward mix is exactly his type. an actual dangerous small forward.

I think this is why we're looking at Rosas.

Dovaston looks pretty good, but our picks might be a bit early for him.

 

[Drunken Wookie]

I like him a lot but not with a top 5 pick imo. Would be a good outcome if we could split one pick and grab Dovaston and Grlj with it

i dunno man im not seeing many players this year with his sort of impact.



if he had his kicking boots on like he normally does phwoar could easily have been 4 goals here. instantly looks a level above vfl.

 

[Calcium Man]

I like him a lot but not with a top 5 pick imo. Would be a good outcome if we could split one pick and grab Dovaston and Grlj with it

Just back the recruiters and take them at 3 and 4 is we want them. You're not missing out on any surefire draftee

 

[THE THIN MAN]

If was everything you said he’d be the clear the no.1 pick.

His kicking action is fluid but he miss kicks an awful lot (40, 44, 61 and 75% de at champs), he has problems over hitting and under hitting them. By hand he’s better but still has a tendency to give really floaty handballs.

He was a non factor in 2 champs games, okay in first half of 3rd then had 2 touches after ht. Awesome in 1st half vs VC and then had 3 touches after HT when VC moved Dean onto him who blanketed him.

he’s still got a long way to go before I’d say he’s good overhead, 1st half vc was by miles his best marking game and I’d take Sharp, Duursma, Greeves, Schubert, Dean, Curtin, as much better marks from this class off top of my head.

He needs to be way better in transition too if you want to say he’s a ruck/mid. He excels around stoppage.

On top of all that I don’t think he has anywhere near enough campaigner in him.

Ruck/mids have always been how the game is “evolving” from John Barnes, Dean Cox, Troy Simmonds, Kruezer NicNat, Grundy, English, Jackson… I’m sure older blokes could cite guys like Poly Farmer. I’m not saying cdt can’t be these guys just pointing out rucks who act as mids have long been a thing and it’s really only Jackson from a top 4 side who is that kind of ruck.

Polly Farmer while a great player never got over the 1967 Grand final loss.

 

[THE THIN MAN]

Jack dalton equalled the all time record for pre season combine on the yo-yo test at 22.4

 

[SumTingWong]

I like him a lot but not with a top 5 pick imo. Would be a good outcome if we could split one pick and grab Dovaston and Grlj with it

Agree

 

[Calcium Man]

 

[tiger_tough]

 

[cairo tiger]

rather rosa than davidson