Long Term Player Development in Australian Rules Football

The AFL Draft is open to players after they have played in an Under 18 competition. Modelled off the US NBA & NFL drafts but obviously there majority of players are in their 20’s, mature and proven. This podcast discusses the maturational issues, training needs and even social aspects of a young AFL draft. It is my opinion this causes a “trickle down” effect on development, especially after Under 14 where talent ID seems to really start.