Port Douglas on baller Ben McCartney has a new item for his trophy cabinet after winning the Reg Lillywhite Medal for the best under 18 player at the AFL Cairns Juniors presentation night.
McCartney, who also played senior football for the Crocs this season, topped the vote count at Cazalys on Monday, beating home North Cairns' Marley Anderson.
AFL Cairns Junior Operations Manager Cameron Campbell said McCartney was a deserved winner.
"He's got a great ability to read the play and gets a lot of possessions around the ground," he said.
"He's got a booming left kick and just a great work ethic. He has worked hard on his football since he was a junior and will turn into a real solid contributor for Port Douglas as he gets older."
Last Modified on 27/08/2009 09:33