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Jas Ferguson’s strong bank of experience playing VFLW football saw her make a smooth transition to the top level of the game.

Her qualities were on show for all to see prior to being drafted, with a place in the 2021 VFLW Team of the Year strengthening her claim to being one of the top players in the nation at reserve level.

A strong marking, competitive defender, Ferguson is most at home playing deep in defence to not only help negate her direct opponent, but to use her quality kicking to help set the team up.

North Melbourne Tasmanian Kangaroos debut: Round 1, 2022 S6

2023:: Another season in the AFLW system saw Ferguson remain as comfortable and decisive as she quickly became in her debut campaign at Arden Street.

North Melbourne's defensive rock, Ferguson's recognition across the League grew in 2023.

Her ability to shut down dangerous forwards like Jesse Wardlaw and Chloe Scheer was pivotal in the Roos’ strong start to the season, while her calmness and composure repeatedly came to the fore in frenzied moments.

A part of the competition's stingiest defence, Ferguson landed a position in the All-Australian squad for the first time in her career.