Young midfielder Rory Atkins will be sidelined for up to three months after suffering a knee injury
3:53pm Feb 27, 2015
Skilled left-footer Rory Atkins says he's targeting an AFL berth next year
11:03am Dec 15, 2014
Rory Atkins credits the advice of a senior Crows pair in accelerating his football development
11:02am Jun 6, 2014
Junior Clubs: Maribrynong Park/Calder U18s
Debut: yet to debut
Recruited from: Calder Cannons
Brownlow Votes: -
Atkins went close to making his senior debut in 2014 in what was another promising season. The left-footed wingman was an AFL emergency on several occasions after a string of impressive SANFL performances. Atkins averaged 19 possessions at 80 per cent efficiency at State League level and finished in sixth spot in Adelaide’s SANFL Best and Fairest count.
The left-footer played seven SANFL league games in his first year at Adelaide, showing glimpses of why he was included in the AIS-AFL Academy as a 17-year-old. A goalkicking onballer, Atkins can play at half-forward and also in the midfield. Should benefit from playing in the Crows system year-round.
Recruited from the prominent Victorian Calder Cannons Football Club, Atkins is a skilful left-footer who is renowned for his fantastic kicking skills. Atkins spent time at the AIS-AFL Academy, training with the nation’s best underage talent. The 18-year-old secured the Calder Cannons 2012 best and fairest award after a fantastic 2012 season playing predominantly as a half forward and in the midfield. He was Adelaide's second and final selection at the November national draft.
| Statistics | Best | Opponent | Round |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kicks | 0 | - | - |
| Handballs | 0 | - | - |
| Disposals | 0 | - | - |
| Marks | 0 | - | - |
| Hit-outs | 0 | - | - |
| Tackles | 0 | - | - |
| Goals | 0 | - | - |
| AFL Fantasy | 0 | - | - |
| Rd | Opponent | Result | K | H | D | M | HO | FF | FA | T | G | B | AF |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Geelong Cats | L 119 - 81 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2 | Port Adelaide | L 127 - 73 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 3 | Sydney Swans | L 71 - 134 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 4 | St Kilda | W 50 - 136 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 5 | GWS Giants | W 137 - 72 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 6 | Western Bulldogs | W 83 - 92 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 7 | Melbourne | L 67 - 70 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 9 | Collingwood | W 76 - 55 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 10 | Carlton | L 81 - 76 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 11 | Gold Coast Suns | W 109 - 77 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 12 | Fremantle | L 90 - 50 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 13 | North Melbourne | W 109 - 73 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 14 | Essendon | L 101 - 92 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 15 | Port Adelaide | W 99 - 76 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 16 | GWS Giants | W 72 - 140 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 17 | Hawthorn | L 92 - 104 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 18 | Collingwood | W 82 - 98 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 19 | West Coast Eagles | L 105 - 136 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 20 | Brisbane Lions | W 63 - 168 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 21 | Richmond | L 69 - 79 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 22 | North Melbourne | L 101 - 94 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 23 | St Kilda | W 141 - 62 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| TOTAL | W: 11 - L: 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Statistics | Best | Opponent | Round |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kicks | 0 | - | - |
| Handballs | 0 | - | - |
| Disposals | 0 | - | - |
| Marks | 0 | - | - |
| Hit-outs | 0 | - | - |
| Tackles | 0 | - | - |
| Goals | 0 | - | - |
| AFL Fantasy | 0 | - | - |
| Season | Club | K | H | D | M | HO | FF | FA | T | G | B | AF |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Adelaide Crows | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | Adelaide Crows | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 | Adelaide Crows | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Your nickname: Rat
One word to describe you: N/A
Favourite player to watch growing up: Adam Goodes
Who has had the most influence on your career: Father
Toughest individual opponent: Matthew Duldig
Player most likely to fall asleep in a team meeting: Charlie Cameron
Thriftiest player at your club: Brent Reilly
The next big thing at your club: Reilly O’Brien
The smartest thing you have been told: N/A
If you could be anywhere in the world right now, where would you be: Phoenix, Arizona for the Super Bowl
Do you have any strange phobias: Allegrophobia (Fear of being late)
Your can’t-miss TV shows: Entourage
Your favourite cartoon as a kid: Recess
If you had to choose another career, what would it be: Consultant
What do you normally eat for breakfast: Food
Your last meal would be: Dessert
Your favourite holiday destination: Hong Kong
In the movie of your life, you’d be played by: Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson
What are your three essential items: Phone
Most useless thing you have bought: N/A
Best subject at school: PE
Which big ticket sporting event would you love to attend: Soccer World Cup
