Season in short:
Although Roberts struggled to get his chance at senior level, he strung together five games for season 2015.
With strong performances at VFL level, he missed playing in Footscray’s VFL Premiership side through injury, but was instrumental to their finals campaign setting up a home qualifying final with his goal after the siren to claim the win over Richmond and second place on the VFL ladder.
Roberts took an impressive pack mark after a kick in from opposition Richmond to be given a chance after the siren to put the Bulldogs in front. Roberts slotted the goal from 60m to give the Dogs a three-point win.
PLAYER PROFILE: View Fletcher Roberts' player profile and 2014 season statistics.
Although improving his defensive game and spending more time down back in 2014, his impressive match-winning goal showed he has the potential to be a full-time swingman in years to come.
Proving he can handle high-pressure matches, Roberts will be looking for a big pre-season to further his chances of cementing a spot in the senior side in 2015.
The stat that mattered:
Roberts match-winning goal in the VFL helped secure second spot for the Bulldogs and a home final at Whitten Oval.
What they said:
“I'm just enjoying my footy and enjoying the challenge of taking on an opponent and trying to beat them.
“I’m really excited about what the Bulldogs have in the coming years, and it’s going good places, the Club, and I’m really happy to be there.” – Fletcher Roberts.
