Trade recruits Luke Parker, Jack Darling, Caleb Daniel and Jacob Konstanty will all feature for North Melbourne in Saturday morning's match simulation against Melbourne at Arden St.
Senior heads Parker, Darling and Daniel have already had a noticeable impact since arriving at the club and are expected to play crucial roles under coach Alastair Clarkson from Round 1 onwards, while Konstanty will be out to impress as he continues pushing for an early season AFL debut.
Lining up alongside the quartet is 2024 No.2 draft pick Finn O'Sullivan, who is set to face opposition outside of the club for the first time since becoming a Kangaroo.
The winger looked assured in last weekend's intraclub, working into space and earning plenty of the ball playing mainly forward of centre.
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Untried talls Taylor Goad and Finnbar Maley have been named in the squad and will offer support for main ruckman Tristan Xerri over the course of the day.
Second-year star Colby McKercher will face the Demons, alongside a host of senior teammates including captain Jy Simpkin, midfielder Luke Davies-Uniacke and prolific forwards Cam Zurhaar and Nick Larkey.
Non-selected players will take part in the VFL clash against Casey at 1pm.
North Melbourne squad v Melbourne
#2 Finn O'Sullivan
#3 Harry Sheezel
#4 Aidan Corr
#5 Caleb Daniel
#8 Bailey Scott
#9 Luke Davies-Uniacke
#10 Colby McKercher
#11 Luke McDonald
#12 Jy Simpkin
#13 Darcy Tucker
#15 Dylan Stephens
#19 Griffin Logue
#20 Nick Larkey
#22 Taylor Goad
#24 Tom Powell
#25 Paul Curtis
#26 Luke Parker
#28 Jack Darling
#29 Will Phillips
#30 Charlie Comben
#32 Toby Pink
#34 Jackson Archer
#38 Tristan Xerri
#39 Finnbar Maley
#41 Jacob Konstanty
#44 Cam Zurhaar
#46 Robbie Hansen jnr
How to watch
- The hitout against the Demons will be free for fans to attend at Arden St Oval and will begin at the new start time of 10am AEDT. It will also be broadcast live on Fox Sports, available on Kayo Sports and Foxtel.
What to know
- With hot weather expected during the day, our start time has moved forward one hour to a 10am bouncedown for the AFL game and a 1pm start for the VFL game between North Melbourne and the Casey Demons
- The match sim will consist of four 25-minute quarters, plus game-specific simulations at the end of the second and fourth quarters.
- There is limited shade, seating and amenities at Arden Street Oval, so please prepare accordingly
Transport
- Public transport is advised with North Melbourne Station, Macaulay Station and the 57 Tram all walking distance to the club
- Very limited street parking is available around the oval, however secure paid parking is available at Arden Gardens, 250m from the ground
Amenities and what to bring
- Arden Street has limited seating so feel free to bring picnic blankets and portable chairs for your comfort
- Food trucks, coffee and ice cream will be available on site as well as water taps. Fans are encouraged to BYO food and water bottles
- Limited shade is available, so with high temperatures expected please wear sun smart clothes and hats, and apply sunscreen
Membership and merchandise
- Our friendly membership team will be available for sales and member item collection. Visit them in the membership marquee or in reception
- The Roo Shop will be open from 9am-4pm
