AFL Queensland Development Officers Mal Pearson and Paul Medveczky were lucky enough to catch up with Hawthorn superstar Brad Sewell while holidaying on the Sunshine Coast and the boys managed to get the hard hitting facts.
Life after footy?: Currently completing a degree in Commerce
Club supported as a kid?: West Coast Eagles
Will your brother Myles be drafted and would you like to play against him?: He's a chance and would love to!
Have you copped any grief for modelling in the Hawks catalogue?: Plenty!
Apart from the Fev and Lloydy which players from other clubs would you like to have a drink with?: Most, they are all really good blokes
Toughest opponent?: Chris Judd
Would you consider playing for the Melbourne Storm in light of Karmichael Hunt's code switch?: No
Are you a chance to play for the Gold Coast?: No
Do you watch any of the footy shows, if so which ones?: None (Brad has never watched the 2008 grand final)
Are there any moments you wish you weren't a recognised player?: When you're just doing your own thing
Five people, dead or alive, who would you invite over for dinner?: Macca, Simon Taylor, Ben McGlynn, Tim Boyle and Mark Nunn
Greatest influences in early stages of career?: PE Teacher at Ballarat High School
Greatest sacrifice to pursue AFL career?: Lifestyle
Which player would you not want to share a room with or sit on a plane next to?: Simon Taylor (because he stinks)
Who were you spotted by and what were you told to work on?: John Turnbull and improve kicking skills
Paul and Mal would like to thank Brad for giving up his time to share his experiences and sign some autographs for some lucky young fans.
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