Talented young defender Brandon Zerk-Thatcher in action in round one, 2020. (Photo: AFL Photos)

Get to know the lighter side to young defender Brandon Zerk-Thatcher.

Which senior player first took you under their wing? Michael Hurley

Do you have any pre-game rituals? Goalkicking 

Who has had the most influence on your career? Family 

Growing up, who was your favourite player? Patrick Dangerfield

Toughest individual opponent: Aaron Sandilands

Does your jumper number have any significance? No

Teammate most likely to coach: Noah Gown

Teammate most likely to be a club president or CEO: Brayden Ham

Your funniest teammate: Irving Mosquito

Who has/had the best haircut in AFL history? Lachlan Johnson 

Do you have any secret party tricks? Dancing

Unique person you follow on Twitter or Instagram: My awesome mum

A celebrity you can’t stand and why: Adam Sandler - just good at acting but annoying 

At which store would you like to max out your credit card? None, I’m responsible

What's left on your bucket list? Travel to Europe, own a clothing brand 

What do you order at the bar? Water

First album you bought: Taio Cruz

First concert you attended: Jason Derulo

Something about you we wouldn’t know: I own a bouncing castle

Favourite holiday destination: Queensland 

Favourite movie: Catch Me If You Can

Favourite TV series: Game Of Thrones 

Favourite band or musician: Justin Bieber 

Favourite carb: Ravioli

First meal after the season has ended: KFC

Coriander - yes or no? No 

Pineapple on pizza - yes or no? Yes

Tomato sauce in the fridge - yes or no? No 

Who inspires you? My mum 

What non-football accomplishment are you most proud of? Double front flip on rope swing 

What’s your best childhood memory? Christmas 

Who would you like to swap places with for a day? Justin Bieber