DRAFTED: Pick 28, 2023 Draft

Age: 19

Height: 185cm

Games Played: 3

Goals: 0

Lance Collard, a promising young forward for the St Kilda Football Club, made his highly anticipated AFL debut in Round 1 of the 2024 season against Geelong. From the outset of his debut campaign, Collard has impressed at both AFL and VFL levels, showcasing a remarkable blend of speed, agility, and goal-scoring prowess.

In the VFL, Collard delivered an eye-catching performance, kicking four goals for Sandringham, St Kilda’s affiliate team, demonstrating his dynamic presence in front of the goals. His ability to make an impact in bursts—creating scoreboard damage at crucial moments—highlights his natural footballing instinct and potential for big performances. As he continues to develop at the elite level, Collard’s electrifying play in attack is one to watch closely, with his exciting combination of pace and precision marking him as a future star in the AFL.