Eleanor Brown will wear the red, white and blue in 2019 after being selected by the Western Bulldogs at pick 10 in today’s 2018 NAB AFLW Draft.

Recognised for her impressive work-rate, agility and high endurance, the 18-year-old enjoyed a strong TAC Cup Girls campaign with the Sandringham Dragons, before making six appearances for the Southern Saints in the Swisse Wellness VFL Women’s league.

Brown represented Vic Metro in the AFLW U18 Championships, and received All-Australian honours for her outstanding 2018 season.

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Standing at 176cm tall, Brown was named in the Southern Saints’ best in five out of a possible six games and was ranked second at the Club for average disposals (20) and uncontested possessions (10) per game.

She finished second in the 2km time trial at the 2018 NAB AFLW Combine, behind the highly-rated Nina Morrison.

Western Bulldogs AFLW List Manager Michael Sandry said that Brown’s outstanding work rate and strong character were key factors which led to her selection.

“Eleanor is a running midfielder with excellent work rate and great endurance,” Sandry told westernbulldogs.com.au.

“Her football has developed considerably this year and we are excited to add another strong running player to our list to complement our current midfield line-up.”

“Eleanor is of exceptional character and we are really pleased to bring her into our already talented group.”