Xavier O'Halloran will remain at GWS until at least the end of 2023 after signing a one-year extension with the club.

O'Halloran was picked up late in the first round of the 2018 National Draft, eventually earning a consistent spot in the team during the 2021 season where he managed 17 games.

He has put together some solid performances in his short career, including a 23 disposal, six mark display in a Round 19 loss to Carlton this season, and the Giants front office believe he has the capacity to enhance his status at the club.

โ€œHe's still developing, and we look forward to seeing what he can do in 2023," Giants General Manager Jason McCartney said.

โ€œHe's a hard worker on the field, but he also adds a lot to the group off it โ€“ he has great energy, and we love that about him."

โ€œWe're pleased to have Xavier remain with the club for at least another season.โ€

O'Halloran also expressed his own excitement about putting pen to paper.

โ€œI'm really happy to be staying at the GIANTS,โ€ he said. ย ย 

โ€œI love the club and it's a really special group to be a part of.ย ย ย 

โ€œWe know the program is going to look different with Adam Kingsley taking over and I'm looking forward to getting stuck into pre-season.โ€

O'Halloran's signing comes after an experimental trade period which ensured GWS four top-20 picks in the upcoming national draft, as well as the acquisition of former Melbourne small forward Toby Bedford.