Name: Charlie Ballard
Position: Utility
Club: Sturt/South Australia
Height: 195cm
Weight: 81kg
Draft range: 20-30

Summary: Versatile tall who can play either end of the ground or even in the midfield due to his athleticism.

Strengths:

  • Versatility
  • Marking
  • Athleticism
  • Good below his feet for his size
  • Upside/huge potential

Weaknesses:

  • Tackling
  • Strength

Overall:

Ballard is a weapon anywhere on the ground, providing the versatility clubs are looking for in the modern day footballer.

The South Australian played as a midfielder in his junior career before going through a major growth spurt, yet maintained his ground level skills with his taller frame.

Has played both back and forward in the SANFL, as well as offering run and carry in stints on the wing.