The former Geelong Falcons midfielder made an immediate impact in his debut against St Kilda in round 12, more than two months before his 19th birthday. His spark and aggressive tackling ignited the team in his 11 games, which included 19 disposals and two goals against Essendon in round 21 and 14 handballs against Gold Coast in round 14. Elevated off the rookie list and signed a contract extension in November. Will be keen to build on a terrific season that saw him nominated for the NAB Rising Star award.
Player honours: AFL NAB Rising Star nominee 2011.
Brownlow Medal: 2011 votes 1; career votes 1.
Draft history: 2011 Rookie Draft selection (Western Bulldogs) No. 22.
Western Bulldogs rookie and Round 21 NAB AFL Rising Star Nominee Luke Dahlhaus says thankyou to Bulldogs fans for their support in his debut season. Tuesday, August 16, 2011 - 2:33PM
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