Season in short:

Taken at number five in the 2014 NAB AFL Rookie Draft, Smith is 182cm defender that brings both pace and an impressive left foot.

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The former Calder Cannons defender will be given the chance to hone his skills on the Bulldogs list in 2015, and continue to develop his ability to run and carry.

 

What they said:

“Roarke Smith is a medium defender who can also run through the midfield.

“He’s very athletic, and really came on this season after getting a game in round five. He is really task orientated, we see him as a defender that can play on a range of different players.

“(He) has a great vertical leap and a good mix of speed and endurance which could see him push through the midfield.” – Bulldogs Recruiting Manager Simon Dalrymple following the 2014 NAB AFL Rookie Draft.