Bendigo Pioneers defender Marty Hore will make his VFL debut with Essendon this Friday night.

The 19-year-old, originally from Leitchville-Gunbower Football Club, is set to line up as the 23^rd man under lights in in front a massive hometown contingent in Bendigo. 

“It’s a great opportunity to play at a higher level and a challenge I am really looking forward to,” Hore told the Bendigo Advertiser.

Hore has played every Pioneers match this season playing off the wing and half-back flank. He’s has been praised for his elite kicking and evasive skills.

“I've learnt a lot in my first year with the Pioneers and worked on being as fit as I could be,” he said.

You can follow all the action LIVE this Friday night through Essendon VFL Radio, with the first bounce taking place at 7.30pm.