2023 | ISSUE 10 | SJC Newsletter

U16 & U18 National Championships

Michael Rudd (Year 12) and Giuseppe Posterino (Year 11) both put up strong performances for their respective Vic Country teams in the U18 and U16 AFL National Championships over the last month.

Rudd kicked 7 goals in the first three matches in the U18 Championships before missing the final game through injury whilst Posterino kicked a goal in each game in the U16 Championships.

Read what was said about the boy's performances below:

Michael Rudd (Game 3 v Allies)

"The Geelong Falcons product has enjoyed some really good form when donning the Country guernsey, continuing on with two goals and six marks against a strong Allies outfit. Rudd’s real strength comes from his ability to get up and down the ground through work rate, making it difficult for defenders to keep up as he’s always on the move looking for an opportunity to lead for the footy. Rudd also demonstrated his contested marking prowess, fighting hard for front position in contests and nudging opponents away from the drop zone to keep the ball out of arm’s reach."

Giuseppe Posterino (Game 2 v South Australia)

"The only Vic Country player to kick a goal on Tuesday, Posterino was his lively self in the forward half. His score came via a strong overhead mark and 40m set shot, with the former a handy trait to have at 175cm. The Geelong Falcons prospect was forced to advance high up the ground to get his hands on the ball and provided good energy with limited opportunities to notch 12 disposals, four marks, and five tackles."