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In 2024, the key backman averaged 2.96 intercept marks to rank equal sixth in the league. He also ranked top 30 for one-percenters, spoils and contested marks. In Round One 2025, the reliable and consistent cog suffered an ACL tear ultimately sidelining him for the season. The tall defender will be eyeing a return alongside Sam Collins and Mac Andrew in 2026 and will aim to run out for his 150th AFL match.
Charlie Ballard
In 2024, the key backman averaged 2.96 intercept marks to rank equal sixth in the league. He also ranked top 30 for one-percenters, spoils and contested marks. In Round One 2025, the reliable and consistent cog suffered an ACL tear ultimately sidelining him for the season. The tall defender will be eyeing a return alongside Sam Collins and Mac Andrew in 2026 and will aim to run out for his 150th AFL match.
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Latest Player Videos

  • 02:57

    Virgin Australia Carry On with Charlie Ballard

    Every wondered what Charlie Ballard take on a flight? Well... look no further. Presented by Virgin Australia

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  • 01:05

    Charlie Ballard 100 Games

    We celebrate Charlie Ballard's incredible rise to 100 with some of his best moments.

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  • 03:23

    RD14 | Ballard "Quicker than I thought"

    Charlie Ballard speaks to the media ahead of his 100th AFL game.

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  • 01:08

    Hivita Wellness Hub: How players manage stress

    We chat to some of the playing group for some insights on how to manage stressThanks to Hivita

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  • 03:20

    RD11 | Ballard "Playing consistent footy and doing what i can for the team"

    Charlie Ballard is keen to continue his consistent form in our Round 11 clash against the Bulldogs in Darwin.

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  • 02:17

    RD9 | Charlie Ballard "We just need to play our way"

    Charlie Ballard talks to SUNS media after a career best game against West Coast.

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  • 01:57

    Travel Diaries | Charlie Ballard

    We followed Charlie Ballard as he returned home to Adelaide for Gather Round, thanks to Virgin Australia

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  • 00:56

    New Balance Junior Draft | Palm Beach Currumbin Lions

    We pay a visit to the Palm Beach Currumbin Lions as part of the New Balance Junior Draft

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  • 02:02

    Season 2021: Charlie Ballard Highlights

    Enjoy the best highlights of Ballard's Season.

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  • 01:18

    Dive Deep into, by Plungie: Charlie Ballard

    GC SUNS defence coach Josh Drummond analyses Charlie Ballard's form throughout the season, presented by Plungie.

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Latest Player News

  1. VFL team: Experience named to face Saints

    Almost 200 matches of AFL experience has been added to Tate Kaesler’s SUNS VFL side for this afternoon’s date with St Kilda.

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  2. SUNS locked in to take on Tigers

    Fire up SUNS fans, Charlie Ballard is set to make his long-awaited return to the AFL field after 370 days on the sidelines with an ACL injury.

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  3. Qscan Injury Update: Round 2

    SUNS young gun Bailey Humphrey is in the mix to return to AFL action in Saturday’s Round 2 clash against Richmond at the MCG.

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  4. SUNS impress in final VFL hitout

    The Gold Coast SUNS defeated QAFL side Palm Beach Currumbin in its final pre-season hit out 17.9 (111) to 5.3 (33) at People First Stadium ahead of the SUNS AFL Round One clash on Sunday.

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