Twelve months ago Sam Grimley wasnt registered to any Football Club and yet last night he became an AFL Listed player taken with Hawthorn's first pick in the draft (No.39). Sam who played the final four games with the Northern Knights in the TAC Cup after being spotted playing School Football for Ivanhoe was selected with Hawthorns first pick in 2009 AFL National Draft last night.
This is a fantastic achievement for a player in his first season of Aussie Rules howvever it was is athletic ability that caught the eye of recruiters. The 199.5cm big man has terrific speed and agility for his size and a fantastic leap steming from his Basketball background.
We wish Sam all the best for the future and hope he a successful career with the Hawks.
Last Modified on 27/11/2009 11:07