Bendigo Pioneers talent Harley Reid will headline the class of 2023, firming as the standout teenager among a pack of exciting young names coming through the system.
Rookie Me Central draft analyst Michael Alvaro spoke toย Zero Hangerย on this year's top National Draft talent outside of the likely No.1 selection, with most of this year's top performers coming from differing states.
Here are six of the best leading 2023 AFL Draft prospects outside of Harley Reid...
3. Zane Duursma (Gippsland Power)
Position: Forward/Midfielder
Height: 189cm
State: Victoria (Country)
Community Club: Foster
Trained with the Melbourne Demons in the pre-season and even represented Casey for a one-off VFL clash against Box Hill last month.
Is a taller midfielder that can also move forward as an aerial target, developing into a well-rounded prospect this year with the Power, averaging 21.7 disposals, 5.7 marks and 1.7 goals from his trio of performances this year in the Coates Talent League.
Like Caddy, kicked a goal against both the Blues and the Power for the AFL Academy side in recent weeks, forming as a top 10 talent.
Alvaro says: "Zane Duursma, was a little bit quieter in that game (against Carlton), but you look at his moments, his ability to win the ball off the tap in the centre, stream away, can hit the scoreboard, great size and athleticism.
"He's the brother of Xavier and Yasi at Port Adelaide in the AFL system. Zane is going to be right up there."
