Season in short:

Toby McLean, taken at pick number 26 in the national draft brings an exceptional leap and outstanding foot skills.

Crafty around goal, agile and a prolific ball-winner, McLean averaged 22 disposals from 20 games and kicked 32 goals in an outstanding first year in the TAC Cup.

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The 18-year-old was runner-up in the TAC Cup’s league best and fairest award, and was named best on ground in the Oakleigh Chargers’ TAC Cup Grand Final win in September.

McLean started his year as a forward, but forged his way into the Chargers’ midfield proving a crucial ingredient in their successful season, recording multiple 30+ disposal games.

The stat that mattered:

At the NAB AFL Draft Combine, McLean finished equal-third in the kicking test (27/30).

What they said:

“(Toby) basically had a super consistent year, forward/mid-fielder, really creative, got good agility, really good endurance, and just some great game sense.

“Can win the ball at ground level and in the air, as well as contested ball and he’s a neat kick.” – Bulldogs Recruiting Manager Simon Dalrymple.