We take a look back on the eight debutants in the 2014 season, next up is small forward Zach Merrett.

Recruited

Merret was recruited from Sandringham Dragons with pick 26 in the 2013 national draft.

2014 Snapshot

Games: 20

Goals: 11

Kicks: 170 @ 8.5 per game

Handballs: 134 @ 6.7 per game

Tackles: 79 @ 4.0 per game

Debut

Round 1 v North Melbourne at Etihad Stadium

11 Disposals

4 Marks

2 Tackles

In his own words

“The roar of the crowd was a very special feeling and obviously tonight the boys really wanted to win for Fletch’s record breaking game. It was a very special game and I am very happy to be involved. I need to make sure I keep improving and see how I go from there.” Zach Merrett – Post match 21^st March

Basset’s Take

“Zach was a really solid footballer for us and he played some really good footy so he was not someone who was just out there for potential. He was out there because he was playing good footy, he is a beautiful kick, has some good speed and his pressure was excellent. He really adds some high intensity to our forward group and I think he will learn a bit more about getting into scoring positions.” Nathan Bassett – Assistant Coach