The versatile forward and key cog in the SUNS VFL kicked 16.12 from seven VFL games to catch Hardwick’s attention alongside averaging 14.1 disposals and 5.2 marks in 11 matches. Slotted in well scoring three goals in his comeback game against the Lions in Round 20 and followed up with two the following week. The mature 28-year-old earned a consistent run and was selected in both finals in which he played his moments and went on to kick a major against Fremantle.
