AFLW - #8 Nicola Barr

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SELECTION: AFL Women's Draft, pick 1
STATE: NSW
CLUB: Sydney University Bombers


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Nicola Barr joined the GIANTS as the number one draft pick in the inaugural AFL Women’s Draft. Barr comes from Sydney’s North Shore and first tasted AFL when a high school teacher put together a team of impressive athletes to take part in a school championship. Barr hasn’t looked back, falling in love with the game and being named the 2016 Mostyn Medalist as the Best & Fairest player in the AFL Sydney competition. Away from football, Barr is studying Medical Science at Sydney University (for whom she also plays).
 

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Number one draft pick Nicola Barr has been named one of the final NAB AFL Women's Rising Star nominees of the AFL Women’s season.

Barr collected 12 possessions playing off half-back in the GIANTS’ 32-point loss against the Western Bulldogs at UNSW Canberra Oval on Saturday night.

Despite the GIANTS falling short of posting their second win of the AFLW season, Barr led the resistance, displaying the consistency that has her seen her regularly feature in her side’s best players.

Coach Tim Schmidt said it was exciting to see the development of one of his most promising young players over the inaugural season.

“Nic’s move to the half back line over the last three games has been exactly what we as a team have been after,” he said.

“Her defensive side has improved out of sight while giving us plenty of offensive attack from her elite running ability and penetrating kicks on the run.

“She is still learning the game, but her willingness to ask questions and implement the advice given to her is helping her become one of the most dangerous half-backs in the competition.”

The first pick in the historic NAB AFL Women’s Draft, Barr was awarded the 2016 Mostyn Medal as the best and fairest player in the AFL Sydney Women’s Competition and represented New South Wales at the 2014 National Under-18 Championships.

At 20-years-old, Barr was drafted to the GIANTS from Sydney University in the AFL Sydney Women’s Premier Division. She also played soccer at an elite level as a junior.

Barr said she was surprised to receive the accolade after an up-and-down season for the club as a whole.

“It’s really nice when your hard work pays off and I’m very lucky to be in a team that’s helped me develop over these last few weeks, I couldn’t have done it without the girls,” she said.

“There’s some really good experience in our team with the likes of Jess Dal Pos and Emma Swanson and the coaches have been fantastic.

“I think I’ve taken my time to work into the competition but it’s nice to be able to finish on a good note.”

Barr follows in the footsteps of ruck Erin McKinnon who was the club’s first NAB AFL Women’s Rising Star nominee in round three.
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http://www.gwsgiants.com.au/news/2017-03-21/barr-named-final-rising-star
 
Barr happy to pass on No.1 tag

Nicola Barr is more than happy to allow Western Bulldog Isabel Huntington to 'own' the No.1 draft pick mantle.

The 21-year-old Barr was selected first by the GIANTS in the inaugural NAB AFL Women's Draft, in 2016.

Initially playing as midfielder, she has found her place across half-back, enjoying being able to use her pace to launch attack from defence.

But the state-based draft meant Barr was selected by the Giants as the top player from New South Wales, not necessarily the top player available. And that brought its own scrutiny.
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http://www.gwsgiants.com.au/news/2018-02-09/barr-happy-to-pass-on-no1-tag
 
https://www.gwsgiants.com.au/news/551778/pocket-profile-nicola-barr

Nickname: Bumper Barr / Barrzy

Any pre-game superstitions or routines: Bit of disco music

Greatest individual effort you have seen on the footy field: Alicia Eva chasing down Kate McCarthy - I will never forget that look of determination.

A player from another team you would love to play with and why: Sabrina Frederick. A) she’s huge, B) those mid-air cuddle celebrations post-goal look fun.

Best rule in footy and why: You can tackle from any direction at any time - makes it so exciting to watch and to play.

And the worst and why: 50m penalties - we all make mistakes and this always seems to end up in a goal! Harsh punishment.

How many games of footy do you watch each weekend: 1-2.

Your favourite TV football show and why: Open Mike - you get some real insight into people’s stories and begin to understand people outside of football which is really important.

Favourite commentator and why: Julian Daw and Phil Prior from National Indigenous Broadcasting, because I commentate with them and they are legends!

Favourite meal the night before a game: Pesto pasta

Which teammate should appear on the next series of The Bachelor: Cora Staunton

Teammate most likely to succeed after football and why: Pepa Randall - have you ever tried to have a debate with her?

Which teammate belts out your club theme song with the most gusto: Jacinda Barclay

Favourite Netflix series: Peaky Blinders

Apple Music or Spotify: Spotify

Do you play Fortnite: Don’t be ridiculous

Favourite comedian: Kitty Flanagan

Favourite animal and why: Bunnies - no particular reason, they are just so cute

Your favourite possession: My surfboard

Best gift you have received: NutriBullet

If you won lotto, what is the first thing you would buy: A one-way ticket for an adventure

Your favourite holiday destination: Slovenia

The most famous person you would like to meet: Steven Gerard

Dream job if you weren’t a footballer: Travel guide

Dream place to live in the world: Margaret River

What scares you: Snakes

What is the one talent you wish you had: Big wave surfing
 
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