SOUTH Australian key position player Luke Surman is now a Hawk, after being recruited with pick 18 in Friday’s rookie draft.

The 17-year-old was one of four players selected by the Hawks.

A product of SANFL club Norwood, Surman stands at an imposing 197 centimetres and 97 kilograms.

He represented South Australia at this year’s NAB AFL Under-18 Championships, playing predominantly at centre half back.

Hawthorn Recruiting and List Manager Graham Wright said Surman had plenty of upside.

“We think Luke will play as a ruck-forward - he’s well developed physically and only 17 years old,” Wright said.

“He’s a really competitive player - his ruck work is really good, he’s strong overhead and kicks the ball well for a big man. 

Surman joins Kade Stewart, Alex Woodward, Conor Glass, Shem Tatupu, Jermaine Miller-Lewis and Lachlan Langford on the Hawks’ rookie list.


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