Season in short

By his own admission, Mitch Honeychurch was disappointed to play only the two AFL games this season, but at just 21 years of age, the dogged midfielder has plenty of upside.

Averaged 27 touches, four marks and six tackles over 17 games for Footscray this season and was a key member of the Dogs’ second VFL premiership in three seasons.  Despite being lightly built the 21-year-old is ferocious at the contest and his defensive pressure is a highlight.

Not one to waste an opportunity at AFL level, the third year forward/midfielder was excellent against Port Adelaide in round 12, recording a career high 22 disposals, five marks and six tackles.

Was consistent all season and if not for the Bulldogs’ depth in the small forward position would likely have had more opportunity.

The stat that mattered

Honeychurch was named among Footscray’s best in 13 of his 17 games.

What they said

“It was  a pretty good year in the VFL, obviously I wouldn’t mind playing more AFL footy but we had a pretty good AFL midfield, so hopefully I can play some more games next year and go from there.

“I’d like to finish off my work in front of goal and try and hit my field kicks as best I can and that should put me in good stead for next year.”