Hawthorn has selected James Worpel with Pick 45 in the 2017 NAB AFL Draft.
Hawthorn has selected Geelong Falcon’s product James Worpel with Pick 45 in the 2017 NAB AFL Draft.
Worpel, a tough inside midfielder, has been praised for his leadership skills and his hunger for the contest.
The 18-year-old averaged 21 disposals and eight tackles across his 16 TAC Cup appearances in 2017. He also booted 11 goals, a figure complimented by his 12 scoring assists and an average of two score involvements per game.
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