We have a new face among our Rookie Rankings after 10 rounds, while a handful of contenders continue to emerge in pressing their case for a top seven spot.
Our top two avoided swapping spots despite both young stars playing key roles over the weekend, while a gun Sun has moved into seventh as one of three shifts among our Rankings following Round 10.
But it's the honourable mentions that are gaining more and more attention as we near the bye rounds, with Risint Star nominee Josh Weddle and Hawthorn teammate Cameron Mackenzie continuing to impress.
New Roo George Wardlaw got his career off on the right foot against the Swans, while another Hawk in Seamus Mitchell will be one to watch over the coming rounds.
Criteria: For our Rookie Rankings, we are selecting players who have made their debut this season. Other players who may still be eligible for a Rising Star nomination but have already made their debut prior to the 2023 season will not be considered.
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Round 10 Honourable Mentions:
Ollie Lord (Port Adelaide)
Josh Weddle (Hawthorn)
George Wardlaw (North Melbourne)
Cameron Mackenzie (Hawthorn)
2. Will Ashcroft (-)
His first QClash appearance and he failed to disappoint on his way to recording his second 30-disposal game of the year.
Ashcroft joined star performers Lachie Neale and Josh Dunkley in the middle to help lead the Lions to a win over their state rivals, with the teenager sure to have been in consideration to land the Marcus Ashcroft Medal - named after his father for the best player in the QClash.
His performance would have seen him move into pole position after 10 rounds, however the leader's own weekend outing was equally impressive.
Midfield
Disposals
Tackles
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Ashcroft and the Lions will head to Adelaide for Round 11 as they face the Crows on their home deck.
