As we cross the halfway mark of season 2019, it's time to have a look at which youngsters are making a name for themselves in our great game.

The rankings are based off what these players have brought to the table in their career to date, not necessarily recent form.

Here are Zero Hanger's top 10 players aged 23 and under:

4. Tim Taranto

The emergence of Taranto as one of the best young players is becoming more and more true as he competes against the best in the game.

Adding more minutes in the midfield, Taranto has upped his outputs, resulting in averaging 28 touches a game, along with six tackles as well as seven score involvements, highlighting how important he is to the Giants outfit.

CANBERRA, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 14: Tim Taranto of the Giants takes a mark during the round four AFL match between the Greater Western Sydney Giants and the Fremantle Dockers at UNSW Canberra Oval on April 14, 2018 in Canberra, Australia. (Photo by Tony Feder/Getty Images)