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Revealed: we've ranked the top-64 rising footy stars from regional Victoria and NSW
The football talent across regional Australia is immense. Australian Community Media has cast an eye across those emerging players who deserve to be highlighted from across its catchment areas which include Talent League clubs Greater Western Victoria Rebels, Bendigo Pioneers and Murray Bushrangers. Hudson Greene, Blake Newton, Milly Shortal and Cody Walker are kicking on with their football careers.
The AFL draft is this week. We've ranked the best 35 local prospects chasing a dream
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Scroll down to see the list of the top 35 AFL prospects in regional Victoria Some of the best juniors in Australia are running around in country footy competitions as they pursue an AFL dream. We've cast a wide net to try to find the best talented youngsters who should be on the radar of AFL recruiters. Subscribe now for unlimited access.
By Nathan Spicer, Greg Gliddon Verified, NSBy Nathan Spicer, Matt Hughes, Justine McCullagh-Beasy Verified
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Newcastle Herald
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The AFL draft is this week. We've ranked the best 35 local prospects chasing a dream
Home/Local Sport/Local Footy By Nathan Spicer, Greg Gliddon, Matt Hughes + 2 others Updated November 18 2025 - 11:09am, first published 9:30am By Nathan Spicer, Greg Gliddon, Matt Hughes + 2 others · Updated November 18 2025 - 11:09am, first published 9:30am Scroll down to see the list of the top 35 AFL prospects in regional Victoria Some of the best juniors in Australia are running around in country footy competitions as they pursue an AFL dream.
Revealed: we've ranked the best 35 AFL prospects as rising stars chase a dream
Scroll down to find two lists - the players ranked 16-35 and then the top 15to see the top 15 list. Some of the best juniors in Australia are running around in country footy competitions as they pursue an AFL dream. We've cast a wide net to try to find the best talented youngsters who should be on the radar of AFL recruiters. Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Revealed: we've ranked the best 35 AFL prospects as rising stars chase a dream
Scroll down to find two lists - the players ranked 16-35 and then the top 15to see the top 15 list. Some of the best juniors in Australia are running around in country footy competitions as they pursue an AFL dream. We've cast a wide net to try to find the best talented youngsters who should be on the radar of AFL recruiters. Subscribe now for unlimited access.
'He's a star of a kid': The top rising stars revealed as they chase AFL dreams
This is the second part of our Victoria-wide search for the best young talent in the state as AFL recruiters search country competitions for the next superstar. Create a free account to read this article or signup to continue reading Some of the top rising stars in Victoria. We have cast our eye over the rising stars in Ballarat, Bendigo, Albury-Wodonga and Warrnambool to show talent runs deep in the regions.
Revealed: we've ranked the best 35 AFL prospects as rising stars chase a dream
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Scroll down to find two lists - the players ranked 16-35 and then the top 15to see the top 15 list. Some of the best juniors in Australia are running around in country footy competitions as they pursue an AFL dream. We've cast a wide net to try to find the best talented youngsters who should be on the radar of AFL recruiters. Subscribe now for unlimited access.
By Nathan Spicer, Greg Gliddon Verified, NSBy Nathan Spicer, Matt Hughes, Justine McCullagh-Beasy Verified
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Queanbeyan Age
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Top 15 regional Victoria AFL prospects and rising stars revealed
By Nathan Spicer, Greg Gliddon, Matt Hughes + 2 others July 8 2025 - 5:30am By Nathan Spicer, Greg Gliddon, Matt Hughes + 2 others · July 8 2025 - 5:30am FacebookTwitterWhatsappEmail Scroll down to see the top 15 list This is the second part of our Victoria-wide search for the best young talent in the state as AFL recruiters search country competitions for the next superstar. Some of the best rising stars in Victoria.
'Elite decision making': Are these the top 35 rising stars in the state?
Scroll down to see the players ranked 16-35 The best rising footy stars in Australia are in country Victoria and AFL scouts are casting a keen eye on talented teens as they prepare for the draft later this year. Subscribe now for unlimited access.
'Supremely talented': Meet the top 35 rising footy stars from regional Victoria
The best rising footy stars in Australia are in country Victoria and AFL scouts are casting a keen eye on talented teens as they prepare for the draft later this year. With the season halfway through, we've spent the past few weeks searching for the most promising prospects from four key markets - Albury-Wodonga, Bendigo, Ballarat and Warrnambool. Rising talent, from left, Dayten Uerata, Harry Wilson, Sam Niklaus, Jack Watkins, Lenny Stephens.
'He is an optimist': Former AFL star on the mend after blood clot scare
Ben Cunnington starred in his debut season for Warrnambool in 2024. Picture by Justine McCullagh-Beasy Former AFL champion Ben Cunnington is recovering at home after a serious health scare saw him undergo multiple surgeries for blood clots.
'Amazing to be recognised for just being you': AFL retiree's lasting impact
Josh Corbett is helping Fremantle's AFLW side and (inset) playing AFL for the Dockers. Pictures by Getty Images, Fremantle Football Club It would be easy for Josh Corbett to wallow in self-pity and ponder 'why me?'. Instead he is celebrating his short-lived AFL career the only way he knows how - upbeat, optimistic, grateful. Subscribe now for unlimited access.
'It didn't stop me for long': Grand final footballer's tale of resilience
Dunkeld-based Jacob Mibus is focused on winning a senior football premiership with Penshurst. Picture by Eddie Guerrero JACOB Mibus is your quintessential country footballer in every way bar one. Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Grand Annual Sprintcar Classic seven-time winner Garry Rush reflects on career
Seven-time Grand Annual Sprintcar Classic winner Garry Rush is the race's most successful driver. He reflects on his...
Grand Annual Sprintcar Classic seven-time winner Garry Rush reflects on career
Seven-time Grand Annual Sprintcar Classic winner Garry Rush is the race's most successful driver. He reflects on his...
Grand Annual Sprintcar Classic seven-time winner Garry Rush reflects on career
Kay and Garry Rush spent much of their marriage in speedway circles as Garry carved out a successful career. He is pictured in 1986. Inset picture by Full Throttle Publishing It can take time to adjust to life in the slow lane when you've spent more than half your life racing cars at excessive speeds. Australian speedway great Garry Rush - the only person to win seven South West Conveyancing Grand Annual Sprintcar Classic titles - remains behind the wheel at 78.
Lifelong Geelong fan Lochie Keats has 2022 AFL premiership memento tattooed on his head
Mr Keats, from Warrnambool, accepted a bet with friend Gary Cooper to have 'too good, too slow, too old, Go Cats, 2022 premiers' tattooed on his head following the Cats' grand final win in September. "We went to the bowls club and had a few beers and he said 'I bet you $50 you're not game to put it on permanently' and I said 'you're on'," he told ACM's The Standard. "I used to wear a hat all the time and I wore a hat for 10 days after and my wife (Heather) didn't see it.
Panmure Recreation Reserve recovering after 2022 flooding
Panmure Recreation Reserve - partially under water when the Hopkins River peaked last month - will need its grandstand, stairs behind the pavilion and canteen to be assessed to ensure "they're still sound". "Moyne Shire has been through and had a look at some of the areas there, like the grandstand, and we have to have them professionally looked at going forward to make sure they're sound. "The playground will need to have all the bedding redone.
Toogood eager for AFLW game in Warrnambool
Bonnie Toogood says bringing AFLW to regional areas helps inspire the next generation. The Bombers will play Geelong at Warrnambool's Reid Oval on October 9. "The club has done a lot of stuff in regional Victoria - they took the (premiership cups) on a bit of a country tour earlier this year - and I think for AFLW in particular it's really important to connect with regional Victoria and almost inspire the next generation and be visible," Toogood told The Standard.
Run of footy fairytales offers source of hope | OPINION
THERE is something mildly satisfying about supporting a club known for its ability to disappoint. You always harbour the inner belief that one day it will all be worth it. Following a perennial battler or a team known for shooting itself in the foot creates a bond between fellow sufferers. You know all too well the pain of losing the unloseable, the emptiness of sitting through humiliating defeats, the frustration of an injury at the wrong time.
Run of footy fairytales offers source of hope | OPINION
THERE is something mildly satisfying about supporting a club known for its ability to disappoint. You always harbour the inner belief that one day it will all be worth it. Following a perennial battler or a team known for shooting itself in the foot creates a bond between fellow sufferers. You know all too well the pain of losing the unloseable, the emptiness of sitting through humiliating defeats, the frustration of an injury at the wrong time.
Run of footy fairytales offers source of hope | OPINION
THERE is something mildly satisfying about supporting a club known for its ability to disappoint. You always harbour the inner belief that one day it will all be worth it. Following a perennial battler or a team known for shooting itself in the foot creates a bond between fellow sufferers. You know all too well the pain of losing the unloseable, the emptiness of sitting through humiliating defeats, the frustration of an injury at the wrong time.
Sport, gambling don’t have to go together
Has gambling become the main game for sports fans? Odds are, for some it has. And why not? You don’t even have to leave the comfort of your lounge room – it’s just the click of a button away. Access to betting apps makes it easy for underage sports followers to slip into a routine where placing a bet … or two, or three … becomes the norm. It’s not hard to see why it captures their attention. Gambling advertising is as common as a pub or a hairdresser in a country town.
Sport, gambling don’t have to go together
Has gambling become the main game for sports fans? Odds are, for some it has. And why not? You don’t even have to leave the comfort of your lounge room – it’s just the click of a button away. Access to betting apps makes it easy for underage sports followers to slip into a routine where placing a bet … or two, or three … becomes the norm. It’s not hard to see why it captures their attention. Gambling advertising is as common as a pub or a hairdresser in a country town.
Sport, gambling don’t have to go together
Has gambling become the main game for sports fans? Odds are, for some it has. And why not? You don’t even have to leave the comfort of your lounge room – it’s just the click of a button away. Access to betting apps makes it easy for underage sports followers to slip into a routine where placing a bet … or two, or three … becomes the norm. It’s not hard to see why it captures their attention. Gambling advertising is as common as a pub or a hairdresser in a country town.
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