List Mgmt. 2026 AFL Draft

[guruisatiger]

Has any player named walker played in a premiership ever ?

Tex in 2017 -he sat next to the premiership cup on the flight back home to Adelaide

 

[THE_GUN]

Tex in 2017 -he sat next to the premiership cup on the flight back home to Adelaide

He sat next to an empty seat that was reserved for the cup , Ended up putting a box of tissue's in that seat

 

[SplintWhisky]

ive got no problem with father sons tbh, it's a complete crapshoot. we've had plenty of stars that didnt produce a decent player. then you get andrew walker who was imo a mid player but produces a number 1 pick. its luck.

the academies are just pure cheating bullshit though.

The academies are bullshit because the Academies are not equal.

 

[poppa pump]

Tigers got robbed in 2025 draft by CFL as we had pick 2 2517 points pick 3 2234 points and ended up with pick 7 1664 points pick 8 1551 points so lost 1536 points about pick 8-for doing nothing wrong and mostly given to Brisbane-Gcs.
Absolutely corupt.

 

[Calcium Man]

Talent league starts this weekend.

 

[Tiger_Of_Old]

Tigers got robbed in 2025 draft by CFL as we had pick 2 2517 points pick 3 2234 points and ended up with pick 7 1664 points pick 8 1551 points so lost 1536 points about pick 8-for doing nothing wrong and mostly given to Brisbane-Gcs.
Absolutely corupt.

How did we get robbed?
Pts meant nothing to us.lol
We still got our boys if we had pick 3 & 4.

 

[Coach_Required]

Tigers got robbed in 2025 draft by CFL as we had pick 2 2517 points pick 3 2234 points and ended up with pick 7 1664 points pick 8 1551 points so lost 1536 points about pick 8-for doing nothing wrong and mostly given to Brisbane-Gcs.
Absolutely corupt.

Yes, said the same thing many months ago. Should have received an extra pick as compo. 1st round picks are important for building lists when you're a bottom 4 team.

Oscar Allan compo was also a rort and the AFL knew it hence why they changed the rules. If we had pick 2 & 3 then it's quite possible the club could have trade down pick 3 for an extra 1st rounder. We will never know.

 

[Dr Tigris]

Yes, said the same thing many months ago. Should have received an extra pick as compo. 1st round picks are important for building lists when you're a bottom 4 team.

Oscar Allan compo was also a rort and the AFL knew it hence why they changed the rules. If we had pick 2 & 3 then it's quite possible the club could have trade down pick 3 for an extra 1st rounder. We will never know.

Everyone gets the same issue. Some clubs get lucky - Lions. Some get unlucky. Overall you hope that it evens out. If you get compo for other teams aligned picks that starts to get really stupid.

What the AFL should have done 10 years ago is stop teams getting multiple top picks while they are top, for peanuts. Shut to gate long after the horse has bolted and had kids.

 

[copthat]

Is there a way to watch the Coates games/replays on a laptop this year or do you still have to watch it with a telescope through the app?

 

[Calcium Man]

Is there a way to watch the Coates games/replays on a laptop this year or do you still have to watch it with a telescope through the app?

I think it’s only through the afl app. Guess we will find out Saturday

 

[Danog]

tigs2010 thrilled that he gets to legally watch underage boys again

 

[Wrenny]

tigs2010 thrilled that he gets to legally watch underage boys again

 

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WAFL Talent Guide plenty of WCE/Fremantle Father Son/NGA talent included. Apparently one of the deepest WA crops for a while.

CLAREMONT​

Heath Mellody (184cm, wing/defender)​

After racking up 25 disposals, eight marks and a goal in Claremont’s colts premiership last year, several have tipped Mellody to be the first West Australian taken at this year’s draft. He won’t play much Colts footy this year due to school, state and national academy commitments, but he is a good runner, wins his own footy, is strong in the air and reads the play well to gather plenty of intercepts.

Benji van Rooyen (203cm, ruck)​

The younger brother of Melbourne forward Jacob, van Rooyen is an equally exciting prospect. Injuries meant van Rooyen led the ruck for Western Australia at last year’s national championships as a bottom-ager. He also played a pivotal role in the Tigers’ premiership, averaging 12.5 disposals and 30.1 hitouts across 14 games.

Elijah Williams (187cm, forward)​

He didn’t debut until round 11 last season but Williams was a lock in Claremont’s colts side after that, bursting onto the scene in last year’s grand final with 14 disposals and five marks. Has made big inroads in his game since moving to Perth from Albany and has impressed at training with the State summer squad.

Harper Banfield (181cm, midfielder/forward)​

The son of two-time premiership Eagle Drew and younger brother of St Kilda draftee Charlie, Harper is hoping to become the Banfield’s latest AFL star. He’s smaller than his brother, but he’s a competitor with elite endurance. His sprinting and agility have also improved significantly in the last six months, suiting a half-forward, midfield role.

George Gale (190cm, wing/defender)​

The son of former Docker and Saint Mark, the classy outside runner is hoping to follow in his father’s footsteps. Gale averaged 20.1 disposals and 5.3 marks during Claremont’s premiership campaign and has filled out nicely after a strong pre-season. Already looks a cut above Colts level.

Elijah Dennis (193cm, defender)​

Dennis had an interrupted 2025 season due to illness and concussion, but he was still an integral part of the Tigers’ premiership squad. He’s enjoyed a faultless pre-season so far and is surprisingly quick for his size. He’s the younger brother of 2024 draft prospect and reserves player Clancy.

Robert Farmer (179cm, forward)​

Farmer is out for revenge in 2026 after missing Claremont’s premiership. The West Coast NGA prospect kicked nine goals from seven games as a bottom-age player and he was also a train-on with the State 18s quad.

Noah Braun (183cm, midfielder)​

The son of 2006 West Coast premiership player Michael, Noah is a goalkicking midfielder-forward who has had some big games for Claremont last year. Is pushing to make WA’s 18s squad after missing out on the summer training block.

Harry Brooks (196cm, forward)​

Claremont reckon the Fremantle NGA prospect has grown 25cm in the last two to three years, turning him from a speculative pick into a project player. Brooks kicked two goals in a half in a recent practice match and he’s been training with WA’s specialised talls program.

Damien Newry (175cm, forward)​

Two years ago, Newry represented WA in the Under-16 national championships. He returned home to Kununurra and has been flying under the radar since, but Claremont believe he could be a draft smokey after kicking 2.3 in a practice match. A Fremantle NGA prospect to keep an eye on.

EAST FREMANTLE​

Finlay Yeo (172cm, forward)​

Yeo arguably already has the best highlights reel of any prospect in this year’s draft pool. The Sharks reckon he kicked goal of the year and took mark of the year in the same game last year, a final against Claremont. Yeo knows where the goals are and his lateral movement is a real strength.

Josh Nathan (179cm, defender/midfielder)​

The Fremantle NGA prospect has some of the tidiest skills at the club. He’s also a leader and general at half-back, directing traffic for the Sharks. Expect him to play down back and through the midfield.

Cooper Ramsay (203cm, ruck)​

An unknown quantity after playing just one Colts game last year, Ramsay returns to the Sharks after being overlooked at last year’s draft. If he can get himself on the park, the Sharks are confident clubs will fall in love with him. The towering ruckman is back running and is eyeing a return early in the season, where he’s expected to play Colts initially before working his way into the league side.

Ben Wood (192cm, forward)​

Wood won the WAFL Colts leading goalkicker award last season as a bottom-ager and he’s back to cause more havoc. The key forward knows where the goals are, but he’s a confidence player, so East Fremantle has worked with him on getting further up the ground to impact games.

Kye Ormerod (193cm, forward)​

Between Ormerod and Wood, there’s plenty of height in attack for East Fremantle this season. Kye knows how to throw his weight around and get separation from his opponent. The Sharks are keen for him to stay involved and push up the ground more this season.

Marcus Motton (186cm, wing)​

Motton didn’t play at all last year due to injury, but the Aquinas product is tipped to play a starring role on the wing this season. He needs to tidy up his skills a touch, but Motton is a powerful athlete who runs all day.

East Perth​

Garrison Kenh (181cm, defender)​

An attacking halfback who is part of West Coast’s Next Generation Academy, Kenh announced himself as one to watch a couple of years ago after winning WA’s MVP award at the Under-16 national championships. Originally from Liberia in West Africa, Kenh takes the game on with his speed and agility. He’s also trained with West Coast as part of national academy commitments.

Lachlan McGlade (177cm, forward)​

Exciting, agile and crafty, McGlade is everything you want in a small forward. The Eagles NGA prospect likes to take the game on with his run and carry, making him one of the Royals’ most exciting players to watch. Kicked five in one game last year and will be hoping another good start to the year will cement his spot in the state squad.

PEEL THUNDER​

Mitchell Stirling (195cm, defender)​

Peel’s colts program has barely seen Stirling so far this pre-season because he’s been training with the State summer program and the club’s league side. Playing as an intercept defender, he looks right at home at senior level after spending the summer working on his ball use. The Thunder’s most likely draft prospect at this stage.

Bol Makuach (200cm, ruck)​

Peel spoke highly of the Sudanese star last year but they believe he could be in for an even bigger 2026 as a 19-year-old. The ruckman had a bit of AFL interest last year but endured an interrupted season. He’s done a full pre-season with the Thunder, added plenty of size and he’s set to prove his doubters wrong by closing the gap between his best and worst. Peel believes the new ruck rules will suit his athleticism.

Tazzi Faithful (175cm, forward/midfielder)​

A bit of a smokey, Faithful does his best work as a small forward and inside midfielder. The craft left-footer missed out on selection in the State summer program, but Peel is hopeful he could force his way in with a good start to the season. He wins his own footy but is an elite distributor as well.

PERTH​

Jayden Clarke (175cm, midfielder/forward)​

Dynamic around goal, known to jump on heads, what’s not to like about this exciting young Demon? Clarke has the elite traits and athleticism to have an impact in the midfield and up forward.

Cody Lee (193cm, forward)​

Is linked to West Coast as an NGA prospect and the Eagles would be pleased with Lee’s development. The developing tall has grown a few centimetres of late and grown into his body. His athleticism has been on show at summer squad training, finishing third in the running vertical leap at pre-season testing.

Jamayson Ketchup (178cm, forward)​

Another Eagles NGA prospect, Ketchup isn’t just another condiment. The electric forward has an unbelievable work rate, clean skills and he always knows where the goals are. Ketchup plays his best footy at half-forward, but he can also push into the midfield when needed.

Alex Richardson (190cm, utility)​

The left-footer played futures footy last year, but the Demons have been impressed with his clean skills, decision-making and game awareness.

Max Radica (189cm, utility)​

Radica is expected to play predominantly as a forward, but he can also play in the midfield and on the wing. Athletic, rangy and a good ball user, expect plenty of footy to go through this Demon in 2026.

SOUTH FREMANTLE​

Lucas Robinson (189cm, midfielder)​

An inside bull from Lake Grace? We’ve heard this one before. Robinson grew up idolising two-time Brownlow medallist Nat Fyfe and now Fremantle will have first dibs on the NGA prospect at this year’s draft. Robinson won WA’s MVP award at the Under-16 national championships and South Fremantle believe he can play senior football this year. He’s also been working with a speed coach, making big improvements to his spread from the contest.

Bryon Foster (195cm, defender)​

The Jandakot junior played in the ruck last year but has spent the pre-season adapting to a new role down back, given he’s not quite tall enough to ruck at AFL level. He’s worked hard on his positioning craft, but Foster is already a great reader and interceptor of the ball. A leader down at the Bulldogs who’s also been working with a speed coach.

Heath Wilson (187cm, defender)​

He’s not flashy, but Wilson never puts a foot wrong down back. The half-back performed strongly in a recent yo-yo running test, a sign of the run and rebound he’ll provide this year. But he’s also a capable lockdown defender.

Cameron Maynard (170cm, forward)​

The livewire small forward put his name on the map with three goals in last year’s Colts grand final. Now, he’s found an ally in Michael Walters

10

Michael Walters

Age

35

Ht

176cm

Wt

77kg

Pos.

Fwd

Career

Season

Last 5

D

17.2

4star

K

11.0

4star

HB

6.2

4star

M

3.9

4star

T

2.9

4star

G

1.7

5star

D

20.9

5star

K

11.8

5star

HB

9.1

5star

M

3.6

4star

T

3.3

4star

G

1.0

4star

D

13.0

4star

K

9.4

4star

HB

3.6

3star

M

4.4

4star

T

1.8

4star

G

0.8

4star

. The Fremantle great has been working closely with Maynard as part of his new role at WA Football and his athletic profile has increased over summer as a result of training with the state program.

Jack McAuliffe (172cm, midfielder)​

If not for a quad injury, McAuliffe would’ve been close to getting a call-up for a recent under-18s trial game. The versatile midfielder finished in the top 10 of the 20m sprint at a recent testing day and his attitude to improve has him on the cusp of the State 18s squad.

SUBIACO​

Kyle Perera (170cm, forward)​

The West Coast NGA prospect missed most of last year with a stress fracture in his back but made an impact in the last four games of the season. Perera has been training with the State summer squad and his smarts and speed make him one to watch.

Thatcher Simmons (185cm, midfielder)​

Simmons only played one game last year, but racked up 28 disposals in it. The big-bodied midfielder has been training with Subiaco’s senior squad. A ball magnet who uses his size and strength to his advantage.

Archie O’Donnell (182cm, defender/wing)​

O’Donnell is an explosive runner, evidenced by a top 10 finish in the 20m sprint at pre-season testing. He pairs speed with endurance and is set to feature at half-back and on the wing this year.

Harrison Guildford (191cm, defender)​

A rangy half-back, Subiaco want the ball in Guildford’s hands coming out of defence. He’s also capable of playing a defensive role as the second or third tall option, but the Lions want to experiment with him on the wing as well.

SWAN DISTRICTS​

Leo Steed (176cm, midfielder/forward)​

Those in the know at Swan Districts say that Steed is the most competitive player on the club’s list. And it’s put him in the mix for an early league debut after playing a practice match with the seniors against East Fremantle. The Bunbury product has improved his speed and power in recent months while training with the summer squad, showcasing his decision-making under pressure.

Kalum Smith (197cm, ruck/forward)​

The new ruck rules are set to suit Smith and his ability to cover the ground. Picked in the summer squad, Smith is a strong runner and excellent ball user for his size. He’s come into his own this pre-season after growing up alongside brother Evan, a senior footballer at the Swans.

Ryan Hall (196cm, forward)​

Hall will be one of the most competitive key forwards in the Colts this year. He crashes packs, but he’s also follows up his own work at ground level and defensively. Has missed a chunk of footy due to a stress fracture in his back, but the Swans hope a strong start to the season will put his name in lights.

Lorenze Cole: The West Coast NGA prospect is known for his speed, power and X-factor. The Karratha product played in the State trial game recently and will be one to watch this year.

WEST PERTH​

Koby LeCras (192cm, forward)​

A LeCras kicking snags at the highest level again? It just feels right. Koby is the son of former North Melbourne tall and West Perth champion Brent and nephew of West Coast premiership great Mark. So naturally, he has one of the best footy IQs in this year’s state program. There’s been an abundance of interest already from AFL clubs, including the Eagles, where he has trained over pre-season. While he’s a constant threat up forward, the Falcons believe he can use his running capacity to impact on a wing.

Harvey Spawton-Guy (194cm, ruck/forward)​

A few years ago, Spawton-Guy was struggling to decide between football and cricket. Now, West Perth have seen shades of Charlie Curnow

35

Charlie Curnow

Age

29

Ht

194cm

Wt

94kg

Pos.

Fwd

Career

Season

Last 5

D

13.3

3star

K

9.7

4star

HB

3.6

3star

M

5.3

5star

T

2.2

4star

G

1.3

5star

No current season stats available

D

10.8

3star

K

6.4

3star

HB

4.4

4star

M

3.2

4star

T

1.6

4star

G

0.8

4star

in him. A significant growth spurt in recent years means Spawton-Guy is likely to play as a ruck/forward, but his field kicking and skills below his knees are like a midfielder.

Luca Boczar (186cm, defender)​

Early last year, Boczar was struggling for confidence in the forward line. But after being moved down back on a whim midgame, he hasn’t looked back. A damaging half-back, Boczar executes his skills at high speed. After training with West Perth’s senior program before Christmas, he’s recently been voted in as the Falcons’ co-captain. Will be around the mark for the State 18s after training with the summer squad.

 

[Stylo]

Tazzi Faithful is a hall of fame name

 

[beema limapep]

Has any player named walker played in a premiership ever ?

Johnny?

 

[The MUF]

Unsure if mentioned, but we do have a Cat B rookie spot yeah, why aren’t we looking at Renfree who is on our vfl list? I did see Norf are just about to sign another D1 college prospect in Brewer this week. Would hate to have him on our list and another club come and poach him

 

[tiger_tough]

Unsure if mentioned, but we do have a Cat B rookie spot yeah, why aren’t we looking at Renfree who is on our vfl list? I did see Norf are just about to sign another D1 college prospect in Brewer this week. Would hate to have him on our list and another club come and poach him

Can't sign them as Cat B if they're playing VFL. You have to be out of the system for a fair while to be eligible.

 

[Downtown06]

Has any player named walker played in a premiership ever ?

Wizard cup count?

 

[noobermensch]

Kodah Edwards put a serious marker down in his first game of the season, although unfortunately his heroics were unable to lift his team to a win. Playing largely forward in the first quarter he was starved for opportunities with West Adelaide dominating the ball and territory as they took an early lead. Kodah exploded in the second quarter, kicking a couple of 1v1 goals playing deep forward in a setup that reminded a little of Pagans paddock. He started to find more footy through the middle and was the major factor in a big Souths comeback, however he missed some very kickable opportunities late in narrow loss.

 

[SMILLIE]

Kodah Edwards put a serious marker down in his first game of the season, although unfortunately his heroics were unable to lift his team to a win. Playing largely forward in the first quarter he was starved for opportunities with West Adelaide dominating the ball and territory as they took an early lead. Kodah exploded in the second quarter, kicking a couple of 1v1 goals playing deep forward in a setup that reminded a little of Pagans paddock. He started to find more footy through the middle and was the major factor in a big Souths comeback, however he missed some very kickable opportunities late in narrow loss.

We are off and running

 

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From Rookie Me Central

#7 Jack Leys
Wing/Midfielder | 182cm | 11/05/2008

Stats: 23 disposals, 4 marks, 1 goal

Starting out in his customary wing role, Leys showed deceptive power and grunt throughout the day. He proved able to fold in on the contest or burst through traffic, often using his power and agility to escape congestion cleanly. Leys’ fend-offs and work rate to track back helped his side regain possession in the back half before looking forward. His darting short kicks gave way to a booming goal on the run in term four having earned some time on-ball. That allowed him to have more of a forward-half impact, where he can certainly do damage at his best.

#1 Ethan Herbert
Ruck | 199cm | 01/11/2008

Stats: 28 disposals, 7 marks, 7 clearances, 16 hitouts

Herbert was arguably the best player afield on Wednesday night and truly did it all. He showcased an well-rounded skillset; applying great bodywork and craft against a 208cm ruck opponent, spreading well to get involved in chains of possession, and lifting his marking output around the ground. Herbert’s clean handling, matched with his deceptive agility and poise, made him an asset as North moved the ball forward by hand. He knew when to draw his opponent and kept his arms free while navigating traffic. His best moment saw him gather at half-forward before accelerating away from an opponent and hitting his kick inside 50. Top marks.

#1 Kodah Edwards
Midfielder/Forward | 182cm | 25/07/2008

Stats: 24 disposals, 7 clearances, 4 goals

The South skipper was very nearly a match-winner for his side, booting four goals as a highly effective resting forward. He finished off a relatively quiet opening half by booting two goals in five minutes to get South going, proving a difficult matchup deep inside 50. He showed good technique to snap home on his left foot when required, but also finished well on the right – like with his dribbling effort over the back in term four. Edwards did all the tough stuff too, tackling and hacking clearances forward, while also producing an excellent diving smother in the closing exchanges. He arguably should have ended up with five or six goals, but couldn’t have done much more.

 

[beema limapep]

We need to pick best outside running mids x 4 at all of our picks, or possibly throw in a ruck.

A couple of zippy small forwards would also be good, although we can probably wait to put that icing on the cake during the compromised Tassie draft years.

 

[Tiger_Of_Old]

Tazzi Faithful is a hall of fame name

Can't wait till he lines up next too Neale

 

[KrispyKreme]

If jonty or harry don’t work this year, is it worth drafting Jack Pickett first overall?
Or should we just hope they pull through and chase HVH or Arki

 

[Wrenny]

If jonty or harry don’t work this year, is it worth drafting Jack Pickett first overall?
Or should we just hope they pull through and chase HVH or Arki

It’s really gotta be best available. If HVH is the leading prospect pick him and pair him with Sims for the next 12yrs.

Going to be a really interesting draft and no doubt there’ll be a Sully Robey Bolter again