Find out more about the small forwards, midfielders and defenders who have been invited to the 2014 NAB AFL Draft Combine.

The 2014 NAB AFL Draft Combine will be held in Melbourne at Etihad Stadium from Tuesday September 30 to Friday October 3.

State Combines will be held in Melbourne (October 4), Adelaide (October 11) and Perth (October 12).

2014 NAB AFL Draft Combine - National

Small Forwards/Midfielders/Defenders

South Australia

Harrison Wigg                       SA       North Adelaide

DOB 14.10.1996        Height: 179cm            Weight: 74kg

Small Defender that is an elite left foot kick which helped set up his team on the rebound and from kick-ins.  Reads the play exceptionally well averaging 18.8 disposals at 79.3 percent effectiveness during the NAB AFL Under-18 Championships, as well as winning South Australia’s MVP.   To cap off an outstanding championships he was also named in the All-Australian Under-18 team in defence.

Caleb Daniel                          SA       South Adelaide

DOB 7.7.1996                        Height: 167cm                        Weight: 68kg

Small Forward who is a prolific ball winner and makes great decisions and executes well by hand or foot.  Shows the ability to bring others into the game. Had an outstanding last three games of the NAB AFL Under-18 Championships, averaging 20 disposals at 92 per cent efficiency and two goals per game on his way to winning All-Australian honours.

Cory Gregson                        SA       Glenelg

DOB 4.9.1996                        Height: 175cm                        Weight: 72kg

Small Forward with dynamic foot skills as well as providing aggressive inside 50 pressure, averaging 6.8 tackles together with his 13.6 possessions. Can also push into the midfield when required where he excels around the stoppages.  Had a very consistent NAB AFL Under-18 Championships playing five matches for the winners South Australia. Already played senior football at Glenelg.

Western Australia

Josh Deluca-Cardillo                          WA    Subiaco

DOB 11.5.1996          Height: 179cm                        Weight: 80kg

Exciting Small Midfielder with elite leg speed and ability to break the lines through his desire to run and carry the football.  His lateral movement often sees him stepping through traffic with ease, a competitive player that is rarely beaten one on one.  Has played nine games at Subiaco in their League team averaging 12.2 disposals, 2.6 marks and one goal per game.  Missed the NAB AFL Under-18 Championships due to injury.

Jarrod Garlett                                   WA     South Fremantle

DOB 18.8.1996          Height: 177cm                        Weight: 73kg

Small Midfielder/Forward with line breaking speed and neat disposal skills. A rare talent with the ability to break the game open, a genuine excitement machine.  Excelled late in the NAB AFL Under-18 Championships after overcoming injury.  Averaged 14.7 disposals in three games and took his opponents on at every opportunity.

Clem Smith                            WA     Perth

DOB 3.2.1996            Height: 177cm                        Weight: 77kg

Energetic Small Defender/Midfielder who can break the game open with his ferocious attack on the ball and dash from the contest.  The way he hunts the opposition defensively is a highlight. All-Australian in 2013, he averaged 17 disposals (8.2 contested) in six matches at the 2014 NAB AFL Under-18 Championships.  Member of NAB AFL Academy.

Victoria

Jack Lonie                             Vic C   Dandenong Stingrays

DOB 13.8.1996          Height: 174cm                        Weight: 67kg

Busy Small Forward who reads the ball exceptionally well off hands, is a penetrating left footer and smart around goals. His ability to set-up team mates and create opportunities for others is rare.  Excellent for Vic Country at the NAB AFL Under-18 Championships, winning their MVP award whilst averaging 14.3 disposals and 1.5 goals across six matches.  Cousin of former AFL players Ryan and Nathan Lonie.

Jaden McGrath                     Vic C   Bendigo Pioneers

DOB 15.6.1996          Height: 179cm                        Weight: 73kg

Small Midfielder/Forward with the ability to find space regularly.  Prolific ball winner who makes good decisions by hand or foot.  Shows very good goal sense when forward and does impact the scoreboard.  Excellent lateral movement and leap make him a dangerous opponent.  Has had an injury riddled 2014 Season and missed the NAB AFL Under-18 Championships for this reason.  Member of the NAB AFL Academy.

Touk Miller                            Vic M  Calder Cannons

DOB 22.2.1996          Height: 177cm                        Weight: 80kg

Dynamic Small Midfielder with good pace, agility and elite endurance. Hunts the football and is a prolific ball winner and long kick. His pressure around the football often causes the opposition to turn the ball over.  Shows excellent leadership qualities and a genuine desire to win.  Averaged 17 disposals at 78 percent efficiency in four matches during the NAB AFL Under-18 Championships.

Teia Miles                               Geelong Falcons Vic C

DOB 2.11.1996          Height: 179cm            Weight: 68kg

Small Defender who is creative in setting the game up with his rebound from defensive 50. Can also play forward or in the midfield. Impressed in five games for Vic Country in the NAB AFL Under-18 Championships, he also averaged 19.2 disposals in 15 matches with the Geelong Falcons this year.

Toby McLean                        Oakleigh Chargers Vic M

DOB 31.1.1996          Height: 179cm                        Weight: 70kg

Small Forward/Midfielder with an exceptional natural leap and is crafty around goals. Agile and a prolific ball winner, he has averaged 21.9 disposal and kicked 29 goals in an outstanding first year in the TAC Cup. His ‘X’ factor is his overhead making for his size.

 

2014 NAB AFL Draft Combine – State

Small Forwards/Midfielders/Defenders

 

Adam Saad     Coburg VFL

23.7.1994        Height: 178cm            Weight: 78kg

Josh Hone       Sturt SA

14.8.1996        Height: 170cm            Weight: 70kg

Jayden Short   Northern Knights Vic M

24.1.1996        Height: 179cm            Weight: 71kg

Jack Sinclair    Oakleigh Chargers Vic M

12.2.1995        Height: 180cm            Weight: 78kg

Ben Allan        Calder Cannons Vic M

4.6.1996          Height: 178cm            Weight: 71kg

Matt Hanson   Western Storm Tas

26.5.1995        Height: 182cm            Weight: 73kg

Jared Hardisty             Claremont WA

7.3.1996          Height: 178cm            Weight: 86kg

Jake Johansen Port Adelaide SA

13.6.1996        Height: 171cm            Weight: 63kg