An elite ball user across half-back, Sandringham Dragons product Harrison Oliver poses as a point of difference in a midfield-heavy draft.
Oliver has an incredible work rate and a skillset to complement his work ethic to create effective ball movement in all areas of the ground.
The left-footer has become arguably one of the best kickers in this year's crop, which will bode well on draft night.
He averaged 16.2 disposals at 83 per cent efficiency and 3.2 tackles across four matches at the National Championships for Vic Metro, with his speed also a weapon in breaking lines.
Oliver was also a consistent contributor for the Dragons in 2024, helping the club secure its third consecutive flag.
Likened to Hawthorn legend Luke Hodge, the St Bedes star showed an impressive ability to set up the play behind the ball and cut through the opposition's defence when in hand.
Fremantle and St Kilda could benefit from a player of Oliver's skillset, while the Giants could bring in some depth in the half-back position following the departures of Isaac Cumming and Harry Perryman.
Position:ย Defender
Height:ย 181cm
State:ย Victoria
Club:ย St Bedes/Mentone
Strengths
Intercepting
Kicking
Vision
Work Rate
Draft Range
Pick 25-40
Potential Landing Spots
Fremantle (Pick 30)
St Kilda (Pick 32)
GWS (Pick 37)
AFL Comparison
Expert comments
"A composed and hard-running medium defender who helped set the play up for Victoria Metro with his great decision-making and precise left-foot kicking. Was rewarded with All Australian honours and capped a great year with a premiership win for the Sandringham Dragons, where he was also selected in the Coates Talent League Team of the Year." - Kevin Sheehan.
