AFL Sydney Men’s Rising Star – Round Nine Nominee
Meet our Round Nine Men’s Rising Star nominee, Ethan Eshuys:
Player Profile
Name: Ethan Eshuys
Nickname: Esh, Ee, Ether
AFL Sydney Club: UNSW-ES Bulldogs
Position: Wing, Half Back, Midfield
Junior Club: East Sydney Bulldogs
Favourite activity to do outside of football:
Play, listen & create music
What is one thing that we don’t know about this Rising Star that they are well known for around the club?
Racing off to gigs after a game to do vocals for Gully Days.
Gullydays.com – check it out!
What role do they play for the club both on and off the field?
On-field Ethan is a physical & courageous player, that has the ability to use his speed & strength to impact the game.
Off-field Ethan is the resident musician, so provided up to date playlists for the club.
The night before the game what will they most likely be doing?
Hanging out watching the footy with Hamish Dunstan
Listen to “On Fire – Gully Days” repeatedly.
Nomination Details
Reason for nomination this round:
Ethan set the standard early on with his physicality & presence in the contest. His pressure from a wing (laying 6 tackles) as well as gathering multiple clearances and Inside 50s helped us to victory. He has been consistently in and around our best all year.
Coach quote on Performance:
“Ethan got in our best because of his attack on the football, and being able to impact the contest and win the ball at crucial times of the game. The key moments Ethan impacted during the game influences the team.”
