AFL Sydney Rising Star nominees – Round Three
Men’s Round Three Rising Star nominee
Name: Josh Large
Nickname: LARGEY
AFL Sydney Club: East Coast Eagles
Position: Half Forward Flank
Junior Club: Bairnsdale Football Netball Club (VIC)
Favourite activity to do outside of football: Basketball, Golf, Dog Park with best mate Chiko
What is one thing that we don’t know about this Rising Star that they are well known for around the club? Largey is one of the elite runners at the club and consistently challenges the playing group.
What role do they play for the club both on and off the field? Josh always likes to help out the club as much as he can. In his own words, “I like to try and help out as often as I can and be a leader at the club. Especially helping U19’s out where I played last 2 seasons as well as general duties like the bbq.”
Josh has also been an assistant coach with the club’s junior East Coast Eagles Academy for the last 2 seasons. This involves one extra night a week over 10 weeks putting back into the junior clubs.
The night before the game what will they most likely be doing? “I like to chill with my nan who I help out every Friday then she gives me a nice meal to prepare for the game.”
Do they have any pre-game superstitions? No game superstitions.
Reason for nomination this round:
“Josh is one of our young players that came to the club from Victoria. His development areas have been to win more contested possessions and lift his disposal efficiency in doing so. Round 3 against Camden was an overall polished performance for a young player.”
Coach quote on Performance:
“Since day one at the club he has proven himself an elite runner and thrives on fitness. He played a fantastic game for the club versus Camden with his ability to win one on one contests, run all day and his use of the ball was efficient. He was a crucial player in the team that allowed East Coast to run over the top of Camden in the second half.”
Women’s Round Three Rising Star nominee
Name: Isadora McLeay
Nickname: Foopsie
AFL Sydney Club: Sydney University Bombers
Position: Half-back flank
Junior Club: Mosman Swans
Favourite activity to do outside of football: “Outside of football I like to surf and hang out with my dog Colin.”
What is one thing that we don’t know about this Rising Star that they are well known for around the club? “One thing I’m well known for around the club is that I’m 15 years old and the youngest girl in the team.”
What role do they play for the club both on and off the field? “Because it is just my first year of senior footy with Sydney University, the role I play off the field is learning and listening to the experienced players and coaches, and on the field I try to play the very best game I can.”
The night before the game what will they most likely be doing? “The night before a game I am most likely watching the football on TV, getting my uniform ready and having an early night.”
Do they have any pre-game superstitions? “They vary from time to time but I remember at one stage I used to have three bananas before every game.”
Reason for nomination this round:
“Isadora comprehensively beat her opponent and showed great composure in the last line of defence. In only her second match of premier division football, Isadora attacked the contest with confidence, and provided great rebound out of the defensive 50.”
Coach quote on Performance:
“Isadora has slotted perfectly into our backline, and has impressed with her ability to win one on one contests and support her teammates. Isadora is a skillful and intelligent footballer, who is dedicated to training and learning more about the game. I’m looking forward to seeing her realise her potential.”
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