The Western Bulldogs have drafted creative forward-midfielder Elaine Grigg with their third selection in the 2023 AFLW Draft.
Taken with pick 6 overall, Kenyan-born Grigg is quick, elusive and strong in the contest.
She earned All Australian honours after averaging 18 disposals and six tackles for the title-winning South Australian team, and was also part of the Central Districts’ SANFL flag.
Grigg’s enthusiasm and team-first mentality is infectious, with her agility, tackling and defensive pressure key parts of her game.
Here’s what AFL talent ambassador Kevin Sheehan had to say about Grigg:
A creative forward and midfielder who is quick and elusive as well as strong in the contest. Had an outstanding year winning All Australian honours at the National Championships after averaging 18 disposals and six tackles for the title-winning South Australia team. Also played in a senior premiership with Central District after playing 14 games at that level. The Keynan-born star was also prominent across the AFL’s Multicultural programs in recent years. Recorded a top-ten finish in the agility test at the Draft Combine with a time of 8.58 seconds.
Elaine Grigg – player profile
State: South Australia
State League Club: Central District
Community Club: Broadview
Date of Birth: 23/12/05
Height: 161cm
Nominated Draft State: National (all states)
