Height: 181cm
Weight: 69kg
DOB: 01/10/91
Recruited from: Oakleigh (VIC)
Bio: Explosively quick midfielder who never shirks a contest. Breaks the lines with the footy in his hands and delivers the ball well inside 50 Tremendously courageous player. Vic Metro U18 representative in 2009. Speed a feature at Victorian screening with 2.90sec for 20m.
Watch Ben Sinclair in action
Stats (averages for U18 Championships)
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| Games |
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H |
D |
M |
G
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H/O
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| 4 |
8 |
5 |
13 |
3 |
0 |
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In his own words
What type of player are you?
A small/medium player with speed and clean ball handling as well as being hard at the ball.
Which AFL player do you most resemble and why?
Chance Bateman. He is similar in size and runs quickly through the lines. He wins the contested football and delivers it well.
What are your strengths as a footballer?
I’m courageous and determined- I never give up. I have great speed and skills.
What parts of your game would you like to improve?
My kicking distance, strength and fitness need some improvement. As well as perhaps putting on some weight.
Which AFL team do you support and how did you come to barrack for them?
I support Melbourne because my father played for them.
Who has been the biggest influence on your career so far and why?
My dad has been great for all his support and encouragement. Also my brother has given me lots of football advice as he recently played AFL. Finally my physio as he’s helped me overcome injuries.