SANFL U18 Talent Watch – Round 1

SANFL Media’s ZAC MILBANK shines a light on club nominees for the weekly SANFL U18 MVP award.  

TOM COCHRANE

Local Club: Port District

Disposals – 24
Marks – 6
Tackles – 5
Clearances – 9
Scores – 1.1

”Tom played a pivotal role for us in the midfield against Sturt. His ability to win the ball at ground level was outstanding, gaining nine clearances.”
Central Talent Manager Scott Stevens

CHARLIE McAULLIFFE

Local Club: Plympton FC

Disposals – 27
Marks – 6
Tackles – 2
Scores – 1.2

”Charlie was voted one of our captains for 2024 and after an impressive pre-season. Charlie led by example in our Round 1 clash with West Adelaide. Charlie’s hard work ethic allowed him to impact the game offensively and defensively to help our team secure the win.”
Glenelg Talent Manager Darren Trevena

JACOB NEWTON

Local Club: Elliston FC

Disposals – 22
Marks – 3
Tackles – 3
Clearances – 10
Scores – 1.1

”Jacob had strong contested game. Jacob brings power that makes the opposition very aware of his presence on a footy field. Jacob also finished his day off with a long 60m goal on the run from a centre clearance.”
Norwood Talent Manager Craig Roberts

JACOB SHEEAN

Local Club: Noarlunga FC

Disposals – 24 (88% efficiency)
Marks – 9
Tackles – 5

”Jacob played as a key defender all game. His contest and marking was very good and he used the ball well. Jacob was awarded the captaincy this year and Saturday’s game showed why. His direction and support of his teammates was fantastic.”
South Adelaide U18 Coach and Talent Manager Mark Clayton

CONNOR MILLS

Local Club: Mitcham FC

Disposals – 28
Marks – 10
Clearances – 2

”Connor is a hard-running winger who accumulated 28 disposals. His work ethic to run both ways is exceptional. His smarts and leadership enabled us to control the game in critical moments.”
Sturt U18 Coach and Talent Manager Scott Prebble

HAMISH DOW

Local Club: Coorong Cats

Disposals – 21
Marks – 9
Tackles – 7

”Hamish played on the wing for the entire game, working to both ends of the ground at high speed.”
West U18 Coach and Talent Manager Russell Godson

ISAAC EDWARDS

Local Club: Port District

Disposals – 25
Marks – 8

”Playing on the wing, Isaac’s ability to work up and down the ground with four rebound 50s & five inside 50s was impressive, as was his kicking by placing the ball to his teammates’ advantage.”
Eagles U18 Coach and Talent Manager Darren Hams