Luke Edwards (born 12 January 2002) is an Australian rules footballer who plays for the West Coast Eagles in the Australian Football League (AFL). He was recruited by West Coast with the 52nd draft pick in the 2020 AFL draft.[1]
| Luke Edwards | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal information | |||
| Date of birth | 12 January 2002 | ||
| Place of birth | Adelaide, South Australia, Australia | ||
| Original team(s) | Glenelg, (SANFL) | ||
| Draft | No. 52, 2020 AFL draft, West Coast | ||
| Debut | 6 June 2021, West Coast vs. Carlton, at SCG | ||
| Height | 188 cm (6 ft 2 in) | ||
| Weight | 83 kg (183 lb) | ||
| Position(s) | Midfielder | ||
| Club information | |||
| Current club | West Coast | ||
| Number | 16 | ||
| Playing career1 | |||
| Years | Club | Games (Goals) | |
| 2021–2024 | West Coast | 37 (3) | |
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1 Playing statistics correct to the end of rd 21, 2024. | |||
| Sources: AFL Tables, AustralianFootball.com | |||
AFL career
editAs the son of former Adelaide player Tyson Edwards, he was eligible for a father–son selection, however, Adelaide declined to nominate him, leaving him free to be selected by any club at the 2020 AFL draft.[2] Edwards was widely predicted to be a first round pick in the draft. He ended up as a fourth round pick for the West Coast Eagles.[3]
Edwards made his debut against Carlton in round 12 of the 2021 AFL season.[4] His second match, the following round against Richmond saw him get 27 disposals, 13 kicks and 14 handballs.[5]
References
edit- ^ "Luke Edwards". West Coast Eagles. Retrieved 13 June 2021.
- ^ Schmook, Nathan (21 November 2020). "Crows pass on nominating son of dual flag hero for draft". AFL.com.au. Retrieved 13 June 2021.
- ^ Reilly, Eliza (9 December 2020). "AFL Draft 2020: West Coast Eagles pick up Luke Edwards and Isiah Winder". Perth Now. Retrieved 13 June 2021.
- ^ Rogers, Samantha (7 June 2021). "West Coast Eagles prove the kids are alright with Luke Edwards, Xavier O'Neill, Harry Edwards, Jamaine Jones and Luke Foley". The West Australian. Retrieved 13 June 2021.
- ^ Ward, Roy (13 June 2021). "As it happened AFL 2021: Kennedy the hero as Eagles beat Tigers; Roos, Giants draw". The Age. Retrieved 13 June 2021.
External links
edit- Luke Edwards's profile on the official website of the West Coast Eagles
- Luke Edwards at AustralianFootball.com
- Luke Edwards's playing statistics from AFL Tables
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