Charlie Comben

Clubs: Gippsland Power/Vic Country
Position: Forward/Ruck
Size: 200cm, 84kg

The recruiters say

"Charlie’s a developing tall who’s played ruck and key-forward.

"He’s had a bit of an injury-interrupted couple of years, but this year he had a real breakout season with the (Gippsland) Power and played some really good footy in the national championships." - Mark Finnigan, national recruiting manager

About

From AFL.com.au: Tall forward/ruckman who has improved in leaps and bounds this year. Agile and strong overhead, he can provide a great marking target up forward. He excelled for Vic Country in the 2019 NAB AFL Under-18 Championships in his three matches. With thin slices of his natural talent on display, he averaged 8.7 disposals, 3.7 marks and 16 hit outs. He has also been a key player for Gippsland Power in the NAB League, providing mobility around the ground and a marking target up forward.

What they're saying

Foxsports.com.au: Comben has continued to develop across 2019, improving as the season went on. The 18-year-old had a good showing at the Under 18 Championships as Vic Country’s No. 1 ruckman, while he also showed off his mobility closer to goal. Unlike other talls, he is good below his knees and possesses plenty of upside given his 84kg frame.

More to come...