Get the low-down on AFL Talent Manager Kevin Sheehan's Top-30 draft prospects for 2012. Read their player profiles, select NAB AFL Combine results and Sheehan's commentary on their star quality.

Tim Broomhead
Position: Medium Midfielder
Height: 182 cm
Weight: 75 kg
DOB: 22/03/94
Club: Port Adelaide/Port Districts

AFL Profile:
Medium midfielder with excellent speed, vision and composure with the ball. Averaged 15.2 disposals at 77% efficiency during the NAB AFL Under 18 Championships playing an important role for SA in their midfield rotations. Also stepped up to senior level at the Port Magpies, playing 10 matches.

NAB AFL Combine Results: Repeat Sprint Test - 24.98 (Top 7%) & Ranked equal 4th in Brad Johnson Goal Kicking Test (25/30)

X-factor: “His composure with the ball in his hands is a great quality. Also has good vision and execution.”

Tom Clurey
Position: Tall Defender
Height: 192 cm
Weight: 83 kg
DOB: 23/03/94
Club: Murray Bushrangers/Katamatite

AFL Profile: A strong bodied tall defender that reads the play very well. Can shut down opposition key forwards whilst also providing good rebound from defence. Displays excellent leadership qualities, very good endurance and strong hands in the marking contest. Played all five games for Vic Country at the NAB AFL Under 18 Championships, averaging 11.8 disposals and 3.8 rebound 50’s.

NAB AFL Combine Results: Beep Test - 15.1, 3km - 10min 01secs (Top 2%)

X-factor: “His ability to run all day was confirmed when he recorded a 15.1 beep test at the NAB AFL Draft Combine in extremely hot conditions. This separates him from other tall defenders.”

Aidan Corr
Position: Tall Defender
Height: 195 cm
Weight: 86 kg
DOB: 17/05/94
Club: Northern Knights/Macleod

AFL Profile: Tall defender who is extremely competitive by nature and spoils aggressively. Has good speed and agility for a tall and uses the ball well by foot to advantage. Takes a strong mark and can go forward to good effect. Injured just prior to Round 4 of the NAB AFL Under 18 Championships and missed the final two matches. AIS-AFL Academy graduate.

NAB AFL Combine Results: 20m Sprint Test - 2.89 (Top 6%) & Ranked equal 7th in Nathan Buckley Kicking Test (27/30)

X-factor: “His closing speed together with his team orientation gives him the tools to close down on the oppositions most athletic tall forward.”

Joe Daniher (Father/Son Essendon)
Position: Ruckman
Height: 201 cm
Weight: 89 kg
DOB: 04/03/94
Club: Calder Cannons/Aberfeldie

AFL Profile: Left-footed tall forward/ruckman that is exceptional overhead and an accurate set shot for goal. Has rare mobility for a player of his size and can win the ball at ground level up the field. Will become choice number 10 as father/son to Essendon, where father Anthony played. Excelled in final game of NAB AFL Under 18 Championships, taking 11 marks and kicking four goals. Won All Australian honours. Graduate of the AIS-AFL Academy.

NAB AFL Combine Results: Didn’t test, however has previously recorded with the AIS-AFL Academy. 20m Sprint - 3.02 secs

X-factor: “His ability to reach and mark the ball at its highest point makes him such a difficult player to match up on.”

Dayle Garlett
Position: Medium Forward
Height: 180 cm
Weight: 75 kg
DOB: 09/01/94
Club: Swan Districts/Upper Swan

AFL Profile: Left footed medium forward/midfielder who can find space to win the ball and shows great evasiveness through traffic. Very smart goal kicker and stoppage player as well. Excelled for WA in the NAB AFL Under 18 Championships, averaging 19.2 possessions, 3.4 clearances and winning All-Australian honours.

NAB AFL Combine Results: Running Vertical Jump Right - 79cm (Top 26%), Agility - 8.42 secs (Top 26%)

X-factor: “His pin point left foot is his most damaging weapon, particularly around goals where he has an innate ability to kick the near impossible.”

Taylor Garner
Position: Medium Forward
Height: 187 cm
Weight: 77 kg
DOB: 08/01/94
Club: Dandenong Stingrays/Rowville

AFL Profile: Medium forward who was a real surprise packet in the NAB AFL Under 18 Championships with his mobility and overhead marking features. Showed good footy nous as a forward, averaging 3.5 tackles and 14.8 disposals. 2012 All Australian.

NAB AFL Combine Results: Didn’t test due to recent left shoulder surgery.

X-factor: “His overhead marking is both courageous and spectacular, with the ability to leap from any angle a real feature.”

Nick Graham
Position: Medium Midfielder
Height: 183 cm
Weight: 79 kg
DOB: 12/06/94
Club: Gippsland Power/Traralgon Tyers United

AFL Profile: Medium midfielder who is a terrific competitor with great lateral movement and evasive ability. Strong overhead and very good by foot, he has been a prolific ball winner for Gippsland Power this year, averaging 25 disposals .Can also play role up forward presenting as a target and applying good defensive pressure. Capped off a great year by winning the Morrish Medal as the TAC Cup’s best and fairest player.

NAB AFL Combine Results: Didn’t test due to pending minor right knee surgery.

X-factor: “Excels at getting through the congestion, with his lateral movement and evasive skills a real feature of his play.”

Brodie Grundy
Position: Ruckman
Height: 202 cm
Weight: 100 kg
DOB: 15/04/94
Club: Sturt/Cabra

AFL Profile: Ruckman who imposes himself on games with his physical presence. Excels in directing the ball at stoppages and can be a dangerous marking target up forward. Won All Australian Under 18 honours in 2011 and has played senior football with Sturt. Backed it up this year becoming a dual All Australian, averaging 15 disposals and 24.2 hit outs in 2012. Graduate of the AIS-AFL Academy.

NAB AFL Combine Results: Matthew Lloyd Clean Hands Test - Ranked equal 5th (27/30)

X-factor: “His ability in the art of ruck work is exceptional for a young player. This allows him to influence the contest so often in games.”

Nathan HrovatPosition: Small Midfielder

Height: 175 cm
Weight: 79 kg
DOB: 07/07/94
Club: Northern Knights/Carey Grammar

AFL Profile: Dynamic small midfielder who is a prolific ball winner and great user of the footy. Shows pace and great agility, and runs hard all day, reading the play exceptionally well. Averaged 25.2 disposals (10 contested) and 4.4 clearances in winning Vic Metro’s MVP and All Australian honours this year.

NAB AFL Combine Results: Agility - 8.41 secs (Top 22%), Beep Test - 13.2

X-factor: “A star at the stoppages. Has the skill set to exit accurately by hand or foot on either side which is a rare quality.”

Kristian Jaksch

Position: Tall Defender/Forward
Height: 194 cm
Weight: 83 kg
DOB: 07/10/94
Club: Oakleigh Chargers/Carey Grammar

AFL Profile: Tall forward/defender that is extremely strong overhead, averaging 5.6 marks and 13 disposals for Vic Metro in NAB AFL Under 18 Championships. Kicked six goals vs TAS in an outstanding performance and uses the ball well by foot when in defence. Makes good decisions with the ball, shows excellent vision and is a strong spoiler.

NAB AFL Combine Results: Running Vertical Jump (Left) - 84cm (Top 16%), 20m Sprint - 3.04 secs

X-factor: “Showed this year the ability to perform at a high level at both ends of the ground, which is rare for a 194cm player.”

Ben Kennedy
Position: Small Forward/Midfielder
Height: 174 cm
Weight: 74 kg
DOB: 03/03/94
Club: Glenelg/Brighton

AFL Profile: Left-footed small forward/midfielder with explosive pace and rare agility. Prolific ball winner who excels at stoppages and is extremely dangerous around goals with set shots or snaps. In 2011 won All-Australian Under 18 honours as a bottom-aged player and debuted at senior level. Backed it up this year with All-Australian honours following the NAB AFL Under 18 Championships, averaging 26.2 disposals. AIS-AFL Academy graduate.

NAB AFL Combine Results: Didn’t test due to groin injury. However has previously tested with the AIS-AFL Academy. 20m Sprint - 3.00 secs, Agility - 7.89 secs

X-factor: “Instinctive player around the stoppages and goals with rare agility to compliment.”


Jesse Lonergan

Position: Medium Midfielder

Height: 182 cm
Weight: 91 kg
DOB: 14/11/94
Club: Launceston

AFL Profile: Tough medium midfielder who attacks the ball aggressively and is clean with his ball handling and distribution. Has explosive power and is very competitive, always showing great intensity around the contest and strong second efforts. Overcame injury to play the final three matches in the NAB AFL Under 18 Championships, averaging 16.3 disposals and laying 5.3 tackles per game. AIS-AFL Academy Graduate.

NAB AFL Combine Results: Standing Vertical Jump - 83cm (Top 1%)

X-factor: “A star at the stoppages using his speed, power and clean hands to great effect.”


Jackson Macrae
Position: Medium Midfielder
Height: 189 cm
Weight: 76 kg
DOB: 03/08/94
Club: Oakleigh Chargers/Carey Grammar

AFL Profile: Versatile medium midfielder who can also go back or forward. Big improver this year and is a long left foot kick. Shows great courage in the air and at ground level in his attack on the ball. Kicked six goals vs TAS in an outstanding performance and averaged 19.4 disposals at 78.4% efficiency in the NAB AFL Under 18 Championships this year. Averaged 24 disposals in eleven TAC Cup games this year, having an outstanding season overall.

NAB AFL Combine Results: 20m Sprint - 2.95 secs (Top 24%) Agility - 8.40 secs (Top 20%)

X-factor: “Uncanny ability to win the ball in the air as well as at ground level. Works well in tight.”


Sam Mayes
Position: Medium Forward
Height: 187 cm
Weight: 78 kg
DOB: 20/05/94
Club: North Adelaide/Port Pirie

AFL Profile: Medium forward who has good speed and elite agility and is a good set shot for goal. Reads the game well as a lead-up forward and starred for SA at the NAB AFL Under 18 Championships level in 2011, winning All Australian honours. Played midfield roles also in U18s this year to continue his development which already sees him playing senior football for North Adelaide. Graduate of the AIS-AFL Academy.

NAB AFL Combine Results: Didn’t test due to minor knee injury. However has previously tested with AIS-AFL Academy Running Vertical Jump Right - 80cm, 20m Sprint - 2.95 secs, Agility - 7.92 secs, Beep Test - 14.4

X-factor: “A one touch player on the lead and at ground level with an innate ability around goals.”


Liam McBean
Position: Ruckman
Height: 203 cm
Weight: 87 kg
DOB: 25/08/94
Club: Calder Cannons/Aberfeldie

AFL Profile: Lightly framed ruckman/key defender who can win the ball in the air and at ground level. Very agile player who is gifted athletically and makes good decisions with the football. Is an accurate shot for goal when he goes forward. Played mainly as a key defender in 2012 NAB AFL Under 18 Championships where he’s still developing his game. Dangerous as a tall forward. Graduate of the AIS-AFL Academy.

NAB AFL Combine Results: Nathan Buckley Kicking Test - Ranked equal 14th (26/30)

X-factor: “His agility for a 203cm (6’8”) is rare, which allows him to win ground balls to compliment his overhead marking.”


Tim Membrey
Position: Medium Forward
Height: 189 cm
Weight: 88 kg
DOB: 25/05/94
Club: Gippsland Power/Traralgon

AFL Profile: Powerful medium forward with extremely strong hands on the lead and a long, accurate kick for goal. Has the ability to keep his feet and rarely fumbles, showing clean hands below the knees as well as overhead. Showed his best form at Etihad Stadium in Round 5 against SA, kicking four goals after injury hampered him in the earlier rounds. Kicked eight goals in the TAC Cup preliminary final in a best on ground performance. AIS-AFL Academy Graduate.

NAB AFL Combine Results: 20m Sprint - 3.00 secs, Beep Test - 13.1

X-factor: “His pin point accurate kicking both at goal, even outside 50m and his field kicking is a rare ability. Kicked 54 goals, 25 behinds this year as proof of his special talent.”


Troy Menzel

Position: Medium Forward
Height: 187 cm
Weight: 78 kg
DOB: 22/09/94
Club: Central Districts/Golden Grove

AFL Profile: Left-footed medium forward with exceptional goal sense both on the run and with set shots. Kicked nine goals vs Tasmania and six goals vs NT in sensational fashion in first two games of the 2012 NAB AFL Under 18 Championships before a groin injury interrupted his season. He starred for the
Australian U18 team on the European tour earlier this year. Brother of Geelong Cats’ Daniel and member of the AIS-AFL Academy.

NAB AFL Combine Results: Didn’t test due to recent knee injury however has previously tested with the AIS-AFL Academy. 20m Sprint - 3.07 secs, Agility - 8.36 secs

X-factor: “His vision and awareness are elite, which helps him win the ball and make quick accurate decisions with his disposal.”


Tim O’Brien
Position: Tall Forward
Height: 193 cm
Weight: 80 kg
DOB: 23/03/94
Club: Glenelg/West Gambier

AFL Profile: Tall quick moving forward whose strength is his overhead marking. Averaged five marks and 2.2 goals per game in the NAB AFL Under 18 Championships and is a reliable set shot for goal. His six goals against Tasmania in Round 1 was the highlight.

NAB AFL Combine Results: Agility Test - 8.30secs (Top 2%), 20m Sprint - 2.94 secs

X-factor: “Speed off the mark, natural leap and agility are rare for a player of his size. Has lots of upside.”


Jonathan O’Rourke
Position: Medium Midfielder
Height: 184 cm
Weight: 73 kg
DOB: 21/04/94
Club: Calder Cannons/Gisborne Rookies

AFL Profile: Medium midfielder who is a prolific ball winner and smart user of the ball. Runs all day and makes good decisions with the football in heavy traffic. Has good game sense and an excellent mix of speed and endurance. Classy type who averaged 18.5 disposals at 77% efficiency for Vic Metro in
the NAB AFL Under 18 Championships and was rewarded with All Australian honours. AIS-AFL Academy Graduate.

NAB AFL Combine Results: Beep Test - 14.3, 20m Sprint - 2.97 secs

X-factor: “His use of the ball by both hand and foot is elite. Has a real touch of class.”


Lachie Plowman

Position: Tall Defender

Height: 192 cm
Weight: 84 kg
DOB: 11/09/94
Club: Calder Cannons/Macedon

AFL Profile: Tall defender with terrific ability to win the contested ball in the air and at ground level. Poised with the ball in his hands and makes smart decisions. Was in great form early in the year with the Australian U18 team and Calder before injury ruled him out of the NAB AFL Under 18 Championships. Made a strong return in the latter stages of the season with Cannons and was among their best against Oakleigh with 17 disposals and six marks. AIS-AFL Academy Graduate.

NAB AFL Combine Results: Running Vertical Jump Left - 85cm (Top 15%), 3km - 10mins 47secs

X-factor: “His composure as a tall defender is superb. Never appears flustered and makes excellent decisions with and without the ball.”

Josh Simpson
Position: Medium Forward
Height: 184 cm
Weight: 72 kg
DOB: 09/02/94
Club: East Fremantle

AFL Profile: Medium midfielder/forward who is exciting with his natural speed and agility. Dangerous player around goal and very capable overhead for a player of his size. Represented SA in 2011 NAB AFL Under 18 Championships before returning to his native WA in 2012 where he played four matches and averaged 14 disposals and 3 tackles per game. Graduate of the AIS-AFL Academy.

NAB AFL Combine Results: 20m Sprint - 2.97 secs (Top 31%), Agility - 8.39 secs (Top 16%), Repeat Sprint - 25.42 secs (Top 27%)

X-factor: “His kicking and speed out of the contest give him an edge.”


Jake Stringer

Position: Tall Forward

Height: 191 cm
Weight: 94 kg
DOB: 25/04/94
Club: Bendigo Pioneers/Eaglehawk

AFL Profile: Tall forward/defender that excels one-on-one with his marking and body positioning. His kicking is both penetrating and precise, whether forward or back, and he has good speed off the mark. Thrives on the contest and tackles strongly. Overcome serious leg injury last season to play some excellent football for Bendigo Pioneers this year and represent Vic Country in the NAB AFL Under 18 Championships. AIS AFL Academy Graduate.

NAB AFL Combine Results: Ranked equal 3rd - Matthew Lloyd Clean Hands Test (28/30) & Ranked equal 1st in Brad Johnson Goal Kicking Test (30/30).

X-factor: “His hard edge in winning the contested ball either in the air or at ground level separates him from many others his size.”

Jimmy Toumpas
Position: Medium Midfielder
Height: 182 cm
Weight: 78 kg
DOB: 12/01/94
Club: Woodville-West Torrens/Flinders Park

AFL Profile: Energetic medium midfielder with outstanding work ethic and big aerobic capacity. Terrific ball winner and weights his kicks extremely well. Impressive for SA in 2011 NAB AFL Under 18 Championships and in the senior SANFL Grand Final, when he was among the best for 2011 Premiers, Woodville West Torrens. Won All Australian honours this year averaging 22.2 disposals. AIS-AFL Academy Graduate.

NAB AFL Combine Results: Didn’t test due to recent hip surgery, however previously tested with the AIS-AFL Academy. Beep Test - 14.5

X-factor: “Has super ability to break the lines with his pace and agility, is also able to then finish with neat foot skills.”


Jackson Thurlow
Position: Medium Defender
Height: 189 cm
Weight: 80 kg
DOB: 28/03/94
Club: Launceston

AFL Profile: Medium defender who reads the play exceptionally well cutting off opposition forward moves and providing a running option on the way out. Averaged 24.6 disposals and 6.6 marks winning All Australian honours in the 2012 NAB AFL Under 18 Championships.

NAB AFL Combine Results: Running Vertical Jump Left - 86cm (Top 11%)
X-factor: “Terrific decision maker including knowing when to attack and when to defend. Executes superbly by foot.”

Jack Viney (Father-Son selection, Melbourne)
Position: Small Midfielder
Height: 178 cm
Weight: 82 kg
DOB: 13/04/94
Club: Casey Scorpions/Oakleigh Chargers

AFL Profile: Left-footed small inside midfielder who attacks the ball with ferocity and tackles strongly. Was prominent for SA at the NAB AFL Under 16 Championships in 2010 before shifting back to Victoria and playing for Vic Metro in the U18s in 2011. Selected father/son to Melbourne, where father Todd played. Played the last two NAB AFL Under 18 Championships matches for Vic Metro this year, averaging 17 disposals and 4 clearances. Graduate of the AIS-AFL Academy.

NAB AFL Combine Results: Didn’t test, however has previously tested with the AIS-AFL Academy. 20m Sprint - 2.95 secs, Agility - 8.22 secs, Beep Test - 13.6

X-factor: “Zest for the contest and winning the contested ball. On the occasions he doesn’t win the ball he hunts the opposition like few others.”


Nick Vlastuin
Position: Medium Defender
Height: 187 cm
Weight: 86 kg
DOB: 19/04/94
Club: Northern Knights/Eltham

AFL Profile: Medium midfielder/defender who attacks the ball aggressively and rarely fumbles. Strong and courageous in the air, he also excels at the stoppages. Loves the physical pressure of the game, winning contested ball and tackles strongly. Captained Vic Metro in the NAB AFL Under 18 Championships and won All Australian honours for his work as a medium defender, averaging 16.6 disposals and 4.6 marks. Graduate of the AIS-AFL Academy.

NAB AFL Combine Results: Agility - 8.38 secs (Top 14%), Standing Vertical Jump 70cm (Top 32%)

X-factor: “His ferocious attack on the ball and one touch hands make him an excellent contested ball winner on the inside.”

Lachie Whitfield
Position: Medium Midfielder
Height: 184 cm
Weight: 77 kg
DOB: 18/07/94
Club: Dandenong Stingrays/Mornington

AFL Profile: Classy medium midfielder with rare awareness and decision-making ability complemented by skills either side with hands and feet. Is naturally gifted with speed and endurance and is strong overhead. All-Australian at U18 level in 2011 and winner of AFL Life Members Scholarship. Backed it up this year winning the Larke Medal and All-Australian honours averaging 23.2 disposals. Another graduate of the AIS-AFL Academy.

NAB AFL Combine Results: Nathan Buckley Kicking Test - Ranked equal 14th (26/30), Didn’t test at the National Combine in fitness testing due to illness, however has previously tested at the TAC Cup Testing in March 2012 where he recorded a Beep Test of 16.2.

X-factor: “His rare game sense, elite disposal and endurance are all factors which highlight his great potential.”

Oliver Wines
Position: Medium Midfielder
Height: 188 cm
Weight: 90 kg
DOB: 07/10/94
Club: Bendigo Pioneers/Echuca

AFL Profile: Strong medium midfielder with a distinct hard edge that wins him contested ball, including at the stoppages. Has elite endurance and can push forward and hit the scoreboard. Ferocious tackler who is a good overhead mark and prolific ball winner. Averaged 24.2 disposals for Vic Country in the
NAB AFL Under 18 Championships this year winning All-Australian honours. AIS-AFL Academy Graduate.

NAB AFL Combine Results: Beep Test - 14.2

X-factor: “His competitive nature and footy smarts make him a consistent high level ball winner and performer for his team.”


Mason Wood
Position: Tall Forward/Midfielder
Height: 192 cm
Weight: 80 kg
DOB: 13/09/93
Recruited from: Geelong Falcons/Geelong Amatuers

AFL Profile: Left footed tall forward who presents well on the lead and is strong overhead. Averaged 13 disposals for Vic Country this year with his best game against their arch rival, Vic Metro. Has elite endurance and work rate and is capable of playing as a wingman as well. Has clean hands, good
vision and excellent awareness.

NAB AFL Combine Results: Agility Test - 8.35secs (Top 8%) & Ranked equal 4th in Brad Johnson Goal Kicking Test (25/30)

Nathan Wright
Position: Medium Defender
Height: 185 cm
Weight: 78kg
DOB: 16/02/94
Club: Dandenong Stingrays/Berwick

AFL Profile: Very competitive defender with excellent natural leap and breakaway pace. Strong overhead mark and excels one on one. Composed under pressure and agile. Showed dash from defence for Vic-Country, averaging 14.8 disposals in the NAB AFL Under 18 Championships in 2012. Graduate of the AIS-AFL Academy.

NAB AFL Combine Results: 3km - 10mins 24secs (Top 18%)

X-factor: “Has real physical presence in winning the ball and a brilliant burst of speed from defence which breaks the lines.”