Adelaide Football Club Best Players of All Time

The Adelaide Football Club, or the Crows as they are affectionately known, have been entertaining and thrilling South Australians since 1990. Established in 1991, the club has a proud history of success both on and off-field. In 2017, the Crows formed their inaugural AFLW team to compete for premiership glory alongside its men’s side. Located at West Lakes Stadium with training facilities located nearby – this is where champions are made. The passionate fans that flock to watch every game create an electric atmosphere that will stay with you long after final siren sounds out across the ground.

1. Mark Ricciuto

Forward

Career

• Years: Club: Games (Goals)
• 1993–2007: Adelaide: 312 (292)
• Brownlow Medal: 2003, AFL premiership player (1998), 8× All-Australian (1994, 1997, 1998, 2000, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005), 2× All-Australian captain (2004, 2005), 3× Malcolm Blight Medal (1998, 2003, 2004), Adelaide captain (2001–07), AFL Rising Star nominee (1993), South Australia team representative, 3× Showdown Medal (2000, 2004, 2005), 2× AFLPA best captain (2005, 2006), Adelaide leading goalkicker (2006), Adelaide Team of the Decade - Half Forward Flank, VFL/AFL Italian Team of the Century (named 2007), Australian Football Hall of Fame (inducted 2011), South Australian Football Hall of Fame (inducted 2012), 4x Merv Agars Medal (1996-1998, 2004)

Mark Ricciuto was born in Waikerie, South Australia on 8 June 1975. Ricciuto began his career with West Adelaide before joining Adelaide United in 2007.

His 292 games for the Reds make him one of the club's most experienced players. Ricciuto has represented Australia at senior level on two occasions and helped them qualify for the World Cup in 2002 and 2006.

In 2009, he retired from football to focus on a full-time boxing career but returned to play for Adelaide United in 2013. Ricciuti is widely considered one of Australian football's best midfielders of all time and is still playing at an high level later into his retirement years.

Mark Anthony "Roo" Ricciuto currently resides in Melbourne with his wife Rachael and their daughter Bluebella. Outside of football, Ricciuto enjoys spending time with family and friends, travelling, watching cricket and golfing.

2. Tony Modra

Career

• Years: Club
• 1991-1995: West Adelaide
• 1992–1998: Adelaide
• 1999–2001: Fremantle
• Total: 
• Club, 2x All-Australian team: 1993, 1997, Coleman Medal

Tony Modra is a former Australian Rules Football player who played for West Adelaide and Adelaide in the SANFL. He was drafted by Fremantle in 1999 but only played for them for two seasons before being traded to Adelaide.

In total, he played 165 games over 12 years. Tony Modra is one of the most prolific full forwards in Australian Rules history, with588 goals from 165 games. His best season came in 1998 when he kicked 44 goals to help Adelaide make the finals series.

After playing his final game at the age of 34, Tony Modra retired from professional football and began coaching youth teams around South Australia. He has since returned to play club football once again with Northfield in the SA Amateur Football League (SAAFL).

Anthony Dale "Tony" Modra was born on 1 March 1969 in McLaren Vale, South Australia to parents Noel and Phyllismodra. 

The family moved north to Perth where Tony grew up playing junior sports including cricket and rugby union before picking up AussieRules as an adult amateur footballer with local side East Perth Eagles.

After three unsuccessful trials with West Adelaide,[4] which were followed by another trial with Carlton,[5], Tony made his debut for East Perth against Swan Districts at Subiaco Oval on 21 April 1991.

This would be his only appearance that season as both clubs went into recess due to AFL Victoria's 1992 sanctions ruling that no new players could join any competing club during pre-season friendlies until after round 6 of the competition.

This meant there were few senior players available when East Perth resumed their campaign later that year.[8] On 3 May 1991, just four days after making his debut against Swan Districts,[9][10] Tony re-signed.

West Adelaide ahead of their inaugural season under new coach John Cahill [11]; it would prove to be a fruitful decision as together they helped lead West Adelaidesto consecutive minor premierships (1992–93) while also claiming back-to-back SANFL championships (1993–94).

It wasn't until 1995 however that Fremantle finally pipped WEST ADELAIDE 4 points at Spotless Stadium thanks largely tony modras 118 goal haul which saw him crowned Docker OF THE YEAR[.

Ironically enough though it was Freo captain Matthew Pavlich who sealed victory late through 5 rounds.

Also Played For: fremantle football club

3. Rory Laird

Defender

Career

• Years: Club: Games (Goals)
• 2013–: Adelaide: 202 (25)
• 3x Malcolm Blight Medal: 2018, 2021, 2022, 2× All-Australian team: 2017, 2018, 2× 22under22 team: 2015, 2016, 2013 AFL Rising Star nominee

Rory Laird is a 29-year-old midfielder who has played for Adelaide since 2013. He was drafted in the 2011 rookie draft and made his debut in Round 4 of that year against the Western Bulldogs at AAMI Stadium.

Laird has played 108 games for Adelaide, including 54 this season, and he is a regular member of their midfield squad. Rory's brother Jake also plays football professionally, most recently with Melbourne Victory in the Australian Football League (AFL).

In 2017, Rory won the John Cahill Medal as Adelaide's best player during the AFL offseason competition The International Rules Series against Ireland. Outside of football, Rory is an Arts/Law student at Flinders University where he majors in Commerce Law Laird is a tough, speedy midfielder who excels on the inside.

He was drafted with pick 3 in the 2013 AFL Draft and has since made an impact for Adelaide in the league. Laird represented Australia at under-18 level before making his debut for the Crows senior side in 2017. 

The 21-year-old looks poised to continue his impressive career into the future and be one of Adelaide's main midfielders for years to come.

4. Ben Keays

Forward

Career

• Years: Club: Games (Goals)
• 2016–2019: Brisbane Lions: 30 (11)
• 2020–: Adelaide: 40 (15)
• Total: : 70 (26)
• 1 Playing statistics correct to the end of round 3 2022.

Ben Keays is a midfielder/forward who played for Morningside in the NEAFL and was drafted by Brisbane Lions in 2015. Ben has an athletic build with good speed and agility.

He can run through holes quickly and create chances for teammates from close range. His skillset includes strong tackling, contested ballwinning, goal kicking and marking; all of which make him an important part of any team's midfield or forward line.

Ben is also able to provide leadership on the field; being vocal both during play and after games, showing his willingness to be involved in every aspect of the game himself. 

In 2018 he signed with North Ballarat Roosters where he will continue developing as a footballer before looking to take his game to the next level professionally Ben Keays is a key midfielder for Adelaide who has played in every game since he joined the club in 2016.

He was drafted by Brisbane Lions with pick 2 in the 2016 AFL Draft but only managed to play 30 games for them before joining Adelaide midway through the 2020 season. 

Keays has scored 26 goals from 70 games and is an important part of Adelaide's midfield which includes leading goal scorer Jake Lever (41 goals). Ben Keays is an exciting player who can score some great goals, and will be crucial if Adelaide are to make the finals this year.

5. Simon Goodwin

Career

• Years: Club: Games (Goals)
• 1997–2010: Adelaide: 275 (162)
• Years: Club: Games (W–L–D)
• 2013: Essendon: 1 (0–1–0)
• 2017–: Melbourne: 134 (77–56–1)
• Total: : 135 (77–57–1)
• 1 Playing statistics correct to the end of 2010., 3 Coaching statistics correct as of the 2022 season.
• Playing, , Australian Football Hall of Fame inductee 2017, 2x AFL Premiership player (1997, 1998), 5x All-Australian team (2000, 2001, 2005, 2006, 2009), Adelaide captain (2008–2010), Malcolm Blight Medal (2000, 2005, 2006), Michael Tuck Medal (2006), AFLCA Champion Player of the Year (2006), Australia international rules football team (2000, 2001), Dream Team (Australian rules football) (2008), Adelaide Team of the Decade - Interchange, Showdown Medal (2005, 2007), , Coaching, , AFL premiership coach (2021), AFLCA Coach of the year (2021), All-Australian (2021)

Simon Goodwin is a former midfielder who played for Adelaide in the AFL before coaching Essendon to their first finals appearance since 2003. After leaving Adelaide, Goodwin spent two seasons with Melbourne before returning to coach Essendon at the end of 2013.

His tenure ended after one season with the club and he now works as an assistant coach at Port Adelaide. 

Goodwin has also worked as a development officer with South Australia and was nominated for an AFL Rising Star Award in 2007 while playing for Port Adelaide Goodwin had a long and successful playing career, winning two AFL premierships with Adelaide.

He also represented Australia in international rules football and was named the Dream Team player of 2008. After retiring from professional football, Goodwin has gone on to coach multiple teams at both the junior and senior levels.

Also Played For: melbourne

6. Brodie Smith

Defender

Career

• Years: Club: Games (Goals)
• 2011–: Adelaide: 225 (67)
• All-Australian team (2014), 22under22 team (2014)

Brodie Smith was drafted 14th in the 2010 national draft and made his debut for Adelaide in Round 1, 2011 against Hawthorn. Brodie is a defender who has played both at Henley (SAAFL) and Woodville-West Torrens (SANFL).

He played an important role in Adelaide's 2016 premiership season as he averaged 18 disposals per game across 22 appearances. In 2018, Brodie signed with Brisbane Lions on a three-year deal worth $1 million but returned to Adelaide midway through the 2019 season after struggling with injury.

At 30 years of age, Brodie is still young enough to have many more AFL seasons left in him and he will be looking to help Adelaide win another premiership campaign this year Brodie Smith is a talented goalkicker who has had a successful career in the AFL. Brodie Smith was drafted by Adelaide in 2011 and has since been one of their most consistent players.

Brodie Smith is renowned for his powerful kicking game, which has seen him score 67 goals over 225 games for Adelaide alone. In 2014, Brodie Smith was named an All-Australian selection and also represented Australia at international level that year. 

As well as being a quality footballer on the field, Brodie Smith is also highly respected within the club community and is frequently involved in charity work off it too.

7. Riley Thilthorpe

Forward

Career

• Years: Club: Games (Goals)
• 2021–: Adelaide: 25 (26)
• 1 Playing statistics correct to the end of Round 23, 2022.

Riley Thilthorpe is an exciting young player who has been in the AFL system for a few years now. He made his debut in April 2021 against Hawthorn and has since played for West Adelaide, Goodwood Saints and Adelaide.

Riley is a tall midfielder with great ball-winning ability. His strengths lie in taking control of the game from midfield and using his size to win possessions on the ground or through contests inside 50m. 

Riley also possesses excellent speed which allows him to break away from defenders quickly and create space for teammates downfield.

He is still developing as a footballer so there are areas of his game that he can continue to work on, but overall Riley is someone who should be watched closely over the next few seasons. 

Riley Thilthorpe is a ruckman and forward who has played for Adelaide in the AFL since 2021. He made his debut in Round 26 of that year and has been a regular member of the squad ever since.

Thilthorpe is an important part of Adelaide's side, both on the field and off it. He is known for his hard work ethic and excellent character which are qualities that have helped him develop into one of the best players in the league. 

His versatility means he can be used in multiple roles by coach Don Pyke, which makes him very valuable to their team strategy as they strive for success throughout each season.

In addition to his footballing skills, Thilthorpe also possesses great organizational abilities which have contributed greatly to Adelaide's overall performance over recent years. 

He will be crucial to Adelaidia's chances of retaining their flag this season and contending for further honours in future seasons too - don't miss out on watching one of Australia's most talented players play live.

8. David Gallagher

Career

• Years: Club: Games (Goals)
• 1999–2001: Adelaide: 26 (2)
• 2002: Carlton: 7 (1)
• Total: : 33 (3)
• 1 Playing statistics correct to the end of 2002.
• AFL Rising Star nominee: 1999, 3× VFL premiership player: 2004, 2005, 2006, Sandringham best and fairest: 2004, 2009, Sandringham captain: 2011

David Gallagher is a former AFL player who played for the Prahran Dragons from 1999 to 2001. David Gallagher was born on 5 August 1980 in Thursday Island, Australia and played his first game for Adelaide in Round 1 of the 1999 season.

David Gallagher joined Carlton after leaving Adelaide and played seven games with them before retiring at the end of 2002. David Gallagher was a talented player in the AFL and played for many premiership sides including Sandringham. He also won a best and fairest award at his former club, Sandringham in 2004.

In 2011 he took on the captaincy role at his new side North Melbourne, but they were unable to make it into the finals series this year. Gallagher has been playing football since he was young and is now looking towards retirement after several years of injury-free rugby league play.

9. Evan Hewitt

Defender

Career

• Years: Club: Games (Goals)
• 1997 – 2000: North Melbourne: 33 (22)
• 2001 – 2002: Adelaide: 15 (6)
• Total: : 48 (28)
• 1 Playing statistics correct to the end of 2002.
• AFL Rising Star nominee: 1998

Evan Hewitt was born on 7 July 1978 in Perth, Western Australia. 2. He played for Subiaco between 1996 and 2001 before joining the West Coast Eagles in 2002.

3. He enjoyed a great career at West Coast, playing 251 games and kicking 165 goals. 4. Hewitt retired from football after the 2012 season to spend more time with his family.

5. Evan is now involved in coaching young athletes and works as an ambassador for various charities Evan Hewitt is a talented player who has been playing in the AFL for many years.

He was nominated as a Rising Star in 1998 and has played for North Melbourne ever since then. Evan Hewitt is known for his tough play on the field and is often involved in big clashes with opponents.

He also possesses great vision and skills, which makes him an important part of any team he plays for. Evan Hewitt will continue to be one of the most valuable players in the AFL, so don't miss out on watching him play next season.

10. Rory Sloane

Midfielder

Career

• Years: Club: Games (Goals)
• 2009–: Adelaide: 233 (130)
• Adelaide captain: 2019– (co-captain 2019), All-Australian team: 2016, 2× Malcolm Blight Medal: 2013, 2016, Robert Rose Award: 2017, Showdown Medal: 2017 (game 1), 22under22 team: 2012

Rory Sloane is a professional Australian rules footballer who plays for Adelaide in the AFL. He was drafted 44th overall in 2008 and debuted for the club in 2009.

Sloane is an imposing midfielder with great speed and agility, which allows him to run off half-back or through the midfield without losing control of the ball. Sloane has been one of Adelaide's most consistent performers over the past few seasons, averaging 23 disposals per game over that time period.

The veteran midfielder will be crucial to Adelaide's chances of making it back to the finals this year, after narrowly missing out on qualification last season Sloane is a powerful midfielder who can take the ball forward and score goals. He has captained Adelaide in recent years and been an important part of their success.

Sloane was named as captain for Australia's international side in 2017, where he helped win silverware. Rory is also a regular member of the 22under22 team, which highlights his skills both on and off the field.

11. Taylor Walker

Forward

Career

• Years: Club: Games (Goals)
• 2009–: Adelaide: 238 (536)
• Adelaide all-time leading goal kicker, Adelaide captain (2015–2019), 6× Adelaide leading goalkicker (2011, 2012, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022), 2× AFLPA best captain (2016, 2017), 22under22 team (2012), AFL Rising Star nominee (2009)

Walker is a talented key forward who has played for several clubs in Australia. Walker was drafted by the Sydney Swans in 2007, but he didn't make his debut until 2009 with Adelaide.

He has since been one of the most consistent players in Australian football and won three Coleman Medals with Adelaide (2012, 2013, 2014). Walker signed a four-year deal with the Crows at the start of 2019 and is expected to be one of their main forwards going into next season.

Taylor Walker is a professional Australian rules footballer who has played for the Adelaide Crows since 2009. As of round 23, 2022, Walker was ranked number one in the AFL for goal kicking with 536 goals to his name. 

Walker has also represented Australia at state and international level, playing 1 game for the All Stars team in 2020.

Walker is well known within the football community as a captain and leading goalkicker; he has amassed 22 under-22 selections throughout his career so far. In 2012, Walker received an award nomination from 22under22 magazine as one of Australia's top up-and-coming players. 

Taylor Walker currently plays for Adelaide in the Australian Football League (AFL).

12. Eddie Betts

Forward

Career

• Years: Club: Games (Goals)
• 2005–2013: Carlton: 184 (290)
• 2014–2019: Adelaide: 132 (310)
• 2020–2021: Carlton: 34 (40)
• Total: : 350 (640)
• 3× All-Australian: (2015, 2016, 2017), 4× Adelaide leading Goalkicker: (2014, 2015, 2016, 2017), 2× Carlton leading Goalkicker: (2010, 2012), 4× AFL Goal of the Year: (2006, 2015, 2016, 2019), Carlton Best First-Year player: (2005)

Eddie Betts is a forward who has played for Carlton and Adelaide in the Australian Football League (AFL). He was drafted by Carlton in the 2004 pre-season draft, and made his debut for the club in Round 1 of 2005.

BETTS has been one of Adelaide's most reliable players over the past few seasons, amassing 310 goals from 312 games across all competitions. His performances at both clubs have seen him be selected in Australia's national team on multiple occasions.

In 2019, BETTS announced his retirement from professional football after 132 matches with Adelaide - making him their all-time leading scorer and highest goal scorer ever. Eddie Betts is one of the most consistent and talented players in Australian Rules Football.

He has won several accolades during his career, including 3 All-Australian selections and 2 Carlton Best First Year Players Awards. In 2019 he was awarded the AFL Goal of the Year award for an outstanding goal against Geelong. 

ddie Betts is a key player for Carlton and will be crucial in their push for a premiership this season.

Also Played For: carlton football club

13. Mark Bickley

Career

• Years: Club: Games (Goals)
• 1989–1991: South Adelaide: 53 (43)
• 1991–2003: Adelaide: 272 (77)
• Total: : 325 (120)
• Years: Club: Games (W–L–D)
• 2011: Adelaide: 6 (3–3–0)
• 1 Playing statistics correct to the end of 2003., 3 Coaching statistics correct as of 2011.
• Club, , 2x AFL Premiership player (1997, 1998), 2x AFL Premiership Captain (1997, 1998), Adelaide Captain 1997-2000, 3x Adelaide Football Club Best Team Man (1992, 1993, 2000), Adelaide Football Club Life Member, Adelaide Team of the Decade - Back Pocket, South Australian Football Hall of Fame, Australian Football League Life Member, Adelaide Football Club Hall Of Fame, , Representative, , Australian National Football Carnival Championship: 1993

Mark Bickley is a former Australian Football League (AFL) player and current coach. He played for Solomontown Football Club from 1989 to 1991 before joining Adelaide in 1991.

Mark had a successful career with the Crows, winning 325 games over 13 years playing as either a forward or midfielder. In 2002, he was selected for Australia's national team but did not play in any matches that year due to injury.

He retired from AFL football in 2003 after playing 273 games for Adelaide and represented South Australia on 7 occasions throughout his career . After retiring as an athlete, Mark started coaching at West Torrens Young Liberals club where he has remained since 2004 .

In 2018, he took up the role of senior coach at Glenelg United FC in the SANFL competition where he currently remains.

14. Andrew McLeod

Defender

Career

• Years: Club: Games (Goals)
• 1995-2010: Adelaide: 340 (275)
• Australian Football Hall of Fame, 2x AFL Premiership player (1997, 1998), 2× Norm Smith Medal (1997, 1998), 3× Malcolm Blight Medal (1997, 2001, 2007), Leigh Matthews Trophy (2001), 5× All-Australian team (1998, 2000, 2001, 2006, 2007(c)), All-Australian Captain (2007), Adelaide pre-season premiership (2003), Michael Tuck Medal (2003), International Rules Series captain (2007), Jim Stynes Medal (2005), Showdown Medal (2007), Polly Farmer Medal (2007), Adelaide Team of the Decade - Half Back flank, Dream Team captain (2008), AFL Rising Star nominee (1995), Indigenous Team of the Century, SANFL Premiership player: (1994), Northern Territory NEAFL premiership side (2011)

Andrew McLeod is a half-back/midfielder who spent 10 years with Adelaide in the AFL. He was drafted by Fremantle in 1994, but he was traded to Adelaide before playing a game for them.

He played 340 games for the Crows and kicked 275 goals during his career. McLeod represented Australia at international level once, scoring one goal in an Allies match in 1997. After retiring from football, McLeod started working as a football commentator for Channel 9 and Fox Footy respectively.

McLeod was a versatile player, able to play both as a key forward and on the wing. He made his AFL debut in 1997 with Adelaide and went on to be an integral part of their premiership-winning teams in 1998 and 1999. 

McLeod also played for Melbourne (2000–2002) before returning home to South Australia for three more seasons with the Crows.

In 2006 he joined Sydney where he won another championship that year before retiring at the end of 2007 season. After retirement from football, McLeod has worked as a television commentator and is currently an assistant coach at SANFL club North Adelaide.

15. Patrick Dangerfield

Forward

Career

• Years: Club: Games (Goals)
• 2008–2015: Adelaide: 154 (163)
• 2016–: Geelong: 149 (153)
• Total: : 303 (316)
• AFL premiership player: 2022, Brownlow Medal: 2016, Leigh Matthews Trophy: 2016, AFLCA champion player of the year: 2016, 8× All-Australian team: 2012, 2013, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 (c), Gary Ayres Award: 2022, Malcolm Blight Medal: 2015, 3× Carji Greeves Medal: 2016, 2017, 2019, Showdown Medal: 2012 (game 1), Tom Wills Trophy: 2022, AFL Rising Star nominee: 2009

Patrick Dangerfield is a veteran of the AFL, having played for Geelong since 2007. He has been one of the most consistent and prolific players in the league over that time, amassing close to 3000 career disposals and 250 goals.

In 2019 he will be playing his 10th season with Geelong, after being drafted No. 10 in 2007. Dangerfield's trademark is his strong running game, which allows him to dominate midfield contests as well as score pivotal goals late in games on occasion.

He was named captain of Australia’s International Rules team earlier this year and led them to victory against Ireland in their first test match together Patrick Dangerfield is one of the most decorated and successful players in the AFL.

 He has won multiple premierships, been named All-Australian eight times, and was even awarded Leigh Matthews Trophy as champion player of the year in 2016.

Patrick Dangerfield's professional career started with Adelaide in 2008 where he quickly became a key part of their side. In 2013 he moved to Geelong where he continued his success by winning another premiership and being named best on ground for both final games of that season. 

Patrick Dangerfield is known as one of the hardest workers on field, always putting in 100% effort no matter what game it is or who is playing against him.

This dedication has seen him be captain of both Adelaide Football Club (2018) and Victoria Football Club (2020). Outside football life, Patrick Dangerfield enjoys spending time with his family and friends – particularly when they are all gathered around for a good barbecue.

Also Played For: geelong football club

16. Andrew Jarman

Career

• Years: Club: Games (Goals)
• 1983–1989: North Adelaide: 141 (86)[1]
• 1990, 1994,, 1996–1997: Norwood: 49 (33)[2]
• 1991–1996: Adelaide: 110 (92)
• Total: : 300 (211)
• Years: Club: Games (W–L–D)
• 2004–2008: North Adelaide: 111 (66–44–1)
• 2009–2010: Perth: 40 (11–28–1)
• 1 Playing statistics correct to the end of 1997., 3 Coaching statistics correct as of 2010.
• AFL & SANFL, , 2× Magarey Medal: 1987, 1997, 2× All-Australian team: 1986, 1987, 2× North Adelaide Best and Fairest: 1985, 1989, Norwood Best and Fairest: 1997, SANFL Premiership: 1987, 1997, Adelaide Team of the Decade – Centre, North Adelaide Team of the Century (centre), South Australian Football Hall of Fame, , Representative, , 2× National Football Carnival Championship:, 1988, 1993, 5× Fos Williams Medal: 1986, 1987, 1989, 1990, 1994

Andrew Jarman is a football player who played for North Adelaide and Norwood in the Australian Football League (AFL). He made his debut with North Adelaide in 1983 and finished his career with them in 1997.

After playing for South Australia, he coached Norwood from 2002 to 2004. In 2005 he became head coach of the Victorian side Werribee Tigers before leaving at the end of 2007 season.

After posting an appalling record of 5 wins from 34 games including one win against bottom-placed West Perth WAFL team.[citation needed] Andrew Jarman then took up a coaching position at Glenelg United SC where he was appointed Senior Coach on 3 November 2008[1].

On 16 March 2009 it was announced that Andrew Jarman had been sacked as senior coach by Glenelg United SC following allegations surfaced which suggested thatJarman had engaged in sexual misconduct while employed as Head Coach of Wycheproof Bay FC, another club affiliated with GLENELG UNITED SOCIETY INCorporated [2][3]. 

As of April 2010,Andrew Jarman has returned to full time play coaching duties with Macclesfield Town F.C.

Born on 14 January 1966,[5], Andrew Newton Jarman began playing football aged six years old for local club Adelaide Lions Club before being drafted 15th overall by South Australian side Gaza U16s in 1987 national draft.

His junior clubs were West Torrens Junior Football Club and Central Districts JFC before making the move up to SA's top level when he joined North Adelaide Rovers during 1983 AFL season.[7][8] With 137 goals from 300 matches played over 13 seasons.

Andrew Newton Jarman is ranked 8th all-time leading goal scorer for both North Adelaide & Norwood AFL Clubs respectively behind Gary Pertosa (213), Phil Walsh (203), Garry Hocking (190), Leigh Matthews (183) Stan Alves (181) John Cahill 189).

Despite this prolific feat between 1985–1989 alone, it wasn't until 1990 when Andy finally tasted premiership success when he led Adelaide Crows to their first flag since 1961 beating Richmond 94-90 at Melbourne Cricket Ground.

Just three days short of teammate Mark Ricciuto’s record ninth successive finals appearance set earlier that year.[12],[13],[14],[15] This marked his third consecutive All.

17. Mark Mickan

Career

• Years: Club: Games (Goals)
• 1981–1986; 1991–1994: West Adelaide (SANFL): 139 (38)
• 1987–1990: Brisbane Bears: 48 (26)
• 1991–1993: Adelaide: 37 (12)
• Years: Club: Games (W–L–D)
• 1998–1999: Woodville-West Torrens (SANFL): 43 (24–19–0)
• 2006–2011: Glenelg (SANFL): 120 (74–43–3)
• 2014–2017: West Adelaide (SANFL): 40 (20–20–0)
• 1 Playing statistics correct to the end of 1994., 3 Coaching statistics correct as of 2015.
• West Adelaide best and fairest 1983, 1985, 1986, 1993, West Adelaide club captain 1986, West Adelaide premiership coach 2015, Brisbane Bears captain 1987–1989, Malcolm Blight Medal 1991, 5 state games for South Australia, Fos Williams Medallist 1988, All-Australian team 1988, Adelaide Team of the Decade – Interchange, South Australian Football Hall of Fame inaugural inductee 2002, West Adelaide Hall of Fame inaugural inductee 2005

Mickan was a prolific forward for both West Adelaide and Glenelg in the SANFL. He represented Australia at international level, playing 38 games for West Adelaide between 1981 and 1986 as well as 48 games for Brisbane Bears between 1987 and 1990.

Mickan later coached Woodville-West Torrens (SANFL) from 1998 to 1999 before returning to his original club, Glenelg, in 2006 where he has since remained undefeated. Mickan was a highly decorated player, captain and coach in the Australian Football League (AFL).

He began his playing career with West Adelaide, before moving to Brisbane Bears in 1987. Mickan won five club best and fairests during his time at the Bears, as well as four successive premierships from 1988 to 1991. He also represented South Australia on multiple occasions, earning All-Australian selection in 1988 and 1989.

Mickan finished his career with two seasons at Port Adelaide before retiring in 1994.

18. Tony McGuinness

Career

• Years: Club: Games (Goals)
• 1981–85, 1998: Glenelg (SANFL): 103 (184)[1]
• 1986–90: Footscray (VFL/AFL): 109 (108)
• 1991–96: Adelaide (AFL): 113 (79)
• Total: : 325 (371)
• Years: Club: Games (W–L–D)
• 1998–2000: Glenelg:
• 1 Playing statistics correct to the end of 1998.
• Club, , Adelaide captain: 1995–96, Malcolm Blight Medal: 1993, Adelaide Team of the Decade – Follower, Charles Sutton Medal: 1987, Glenelg best and fairest: 1982, Glenelg Football Club Hall of Fame, Adelaide life member, , Representative, , 2× National Football Carnival championship: 1988, 1993, , Overall, , SANFL premiership: 1985, 3× All-Australian team: 1988, 1992, 1993, Magarey Medal: 1982, South Australian Football Hall of Fame (inaugural inductee)

Tony McGuinness is a veteran of the Australian Football League, having played for Glenelg and Footscray in the VFL and AFL respectively. He was drafted by Adelaide in the 1981 interstate draft, but it wasn’t until he joined Footscray that his career really took off.

Over 325 games, Tony McGuinness amassed 371 goals – making him one of Australia’s all-time leading scorers. After retiring from playing football at the end of 1996, Tony McGuinness began a long coaching career with South Australia and Adelaide as an assistant coach before taking over as head coach midway through the 2007 season.

In 2010 he was appointed senior coach of Ireland's national team where they achieved some impressive results including qualification for their first ever World Cup finals tournament in 2014..

19. Darcy Fogarty

Forward

Career

• Years: Club: Games (Goals)
• 2018–: Adelaide: 58 (83)
• 1 Playing statistics correct to the end of round 23, 2022.

Darcy Fogarty was born in Portland, Victoria on 25 September 1999. He played for Glenelg and Rostrevor College before being drafted by the Adelaide Crows in 2017.

His debut came against Essendon at Etihad Stadium in round 1 of the 2018 season. Fogarty is 193 cm (6 ft 4in) tall and weighs 94 kg (207 lb). Darcy Fogarty was drafted with the 32nd pick in the 2018 AFL Draft.

He made his debut for Adelaide in round one of the 2018 season and has since played 58 games, scoring 83 goals. Darcy Fogarty is a full-forward who is known for his strong marking and shooting ability from outside 50 metres.

Darcy Fogarty has been an important member of Adelaide's side over the past two seasons and will be looking to continue this performance in 2020–21.

20. Matthew Crouch

Midfielder

Career

• Years: Club: Games (Goals)
• 2014–: Adelaide: 125 (28)
• 1 Playing statistics correct to the end of 2021.
• All-Australian team: 2017, Malcolm Blight Medal: 2017, Showdown Medal: Round 22, 2016, 22under22 team: 2017, 2014 AFL Rising Star nominee

Matthew Crouch is a midfielder who started his senior career with Adelaide in the AFL. He played for Beaufort in the Victorian Junior Football League before being drafted by the Adelaide Crows in 2013.

His debut came against Sydney at Adelaide Oval in 2014, and he has since played over 100 matches for the club. In 2017, he was traded to North Melbourne where he made an immediate impact as a key player on their list.

Matthew Crouch played for the Adelaide Crows from 2014 to 2021. He was an All-Australian in 2017 and won a Malcolm Blight Medal that year. In Round 22 of 2016, he scored a Showdown Medal which is awarded to the best player on the field at half time in a match between Melbourne and Sydney.

Matthew has also been nominated for AFL Rising Star twice but has yet to win it.

21. Ben Hart

Career

• Years: Club: Games (Goals)
• 1992–2006: Adelaide: 311 (45)
• Club, , 2× AFL Premiership player (1997, 1998), 4× All-Australian team: 1992-1993, 1999, 2002, 2× Malcolm Blight Medal 1999, 2002, AFL Mark of the Year 1996, Adelaide Team of the Decade - Back Pocket, Australian Football Hall of Fame (inducted 2016), , Representative, , Australian National Football Carnival Championship: 1993

Ben Hart was drafted by Adelaide with the number one pick in the 1992 SANFL draft. Hart played 311 games for Adelaide, scoring 45 goals. He represented South Australia on a number of occasions over his career and also played for Australia at international level in 1998-1999.

After retiring from playing professional football, Ben Hart moved into coaching and has since been involved with several clubs including North Adelaide and Glenelg as an assistant coach or senior coach respectively. Ben Hart was a key player for the Adelaide Crows during their AFL heyday in the 1990s.

He won two premierships with Adelaide and was named an All-Australian multiple times. Hart also became one of Australia's most iconic footballers, being inducted into both the Australian Football Hall of Fame and the AFL’s Team of the Decade list.

22. Chayce Jones

Career

• Years: Club: Games (Goals)
• 2019–: Adelaide: 58 (10)

Chayce Jones was born in Longford, Tasmania on January 14th, 2000. He played for the Longford and Launceston Football Clubs before being drafted by the Adelaide Crows with their ninth selection in the 2018 AFL Draft.

Chayce made his debut against Hawthorn at Adelaide Oval in Round 1 of the 2019 season. Chayce Jones is a versatile defender who can play in the backline or up forward. He has played 58 games for Adelaide since debuting in 2019, scoring 10 goals.

Chayce was drafted by Brisbane with selection No. 15 overall in the 2017 AFL Draft, but elected to join Adelaide instead. Jones is strong on the ground and good at winning contested possessions, which makes him an important player for Adelaide's defence.

He will be key as they attempt to make it into the finals this year and compete for a premiership title.

23. Bryce Gibbs

Defender

Career

• Years: Club: Games (Goals)
• 2007–2017: Carlton: 231 (137)
• 2018–2020: Adelaide: 37 (15)
• Total: : 268 (152)
• 2007 AFL Rising Star nomination, Longest kick winner 2016, Carlton Best First Year Player: 2007, John Nicholls Medal: 2014, Magarey Medal: 2021 (SANFL)

Bryce Gibbs is a key midfielder for the Adelaide Crows and has had a successful career at Carlton and Adelaide. Gibbs was drafted in the 2006 national draft by Carlton and played there until 2017 when he joined the Adelaide Crows.

Gibbs has been an integral part of both clubs' midfields, playing 231 games for Carlton and 137 matches for Adelaide to date. He is known as one of the hardest workers on either side of the ball, always putting in 110% effort no matter what situation he finds himself in.

In 2018, Gibbs led all players with 15 goals from midfield while helping lead Adelaide to their first finals appearance since 2003. 

At 33 years old, Bryce Gibbs still has plenty left in his tank and looks set to continue playing at a high level well into 2020. Gibbs is a well-respected player within the AFL, with accolades such as being voted Rising Star in 2007 and having been selected in the All Australian team eleven times.

Gibbs has had successful stints at both Carlton and Essendon, amassing 185 games between them. In 2021, he won his first Magarey Medal as a senior for the SANFL side North Adelaide. 

He was also nominated for an AFL Rising Star award in 2010 but lost to teammate Patrick Dangerfield. Gibbs will be 36 years old at the end of 2020 season and may be considering retirement from professional football after 11 seasons playing at the highest level.

24. Jordan Dawson

Career

• Years: Club: Games (Goals)
• 2016–2021: Sydney: 64 (34)
• 2022–: Adelaide: 21 (10)
• Total: : 85 (44)
• 1 Playing statistics correct to the end of round 22 2022.
• Showdown Medal: 2022 (round 3)

Jordan Dawson is a defender who was drafted in the 2015 national draft by Sturt. He made his debut for Sydney in round 3 of the 2017 season against Collingwood at SCG.

Dawson has previously played for SANFL side Sturt and represented South Australia at under-16, 18 and 20 level before making the switch to AFL ranks in 2016 with Adelaide.

The 25-year-old is an aggressive defender that can play as a key backman or off halfback due to his size and ability to read the game well from defence.

Jordan Dawson will be looking to continue developing his skills with Sydney this season after impressing during pre-season matches so far Jordan Dawson is one of the top young midfielders in the AFL and has been a standout performer for Adelaide since joining them in 2016.

Dawson is quick, agile and strong with great ball control and vision, making him an very difficult player to match up against on ground or in space. 

He played a key role in Adelaide's march to their first finals appearance since 2004 last season and looks set to continue this good form into 2020. A consistent performer over his short career so far, Dawson should be among the favourites for both the Showdown Medal and All-Australian honours come season end.

25. Tom Doedee

Defender

Career

• Years: Club: Games (Goals)
• 2016–: Adelaide: 51 (3)
• 1 Playing statistics correct to the end of Round 23 2021.
• AFL Rising Star nominee: 2018, 22under22 team: 2018

At just 25 years of age, Tom Doedee is already a seasoned AFL player having played for both Geelong Falcons in the TAC Cup and St Joseph's Football & Netball Club.

In 2018, he made his debut for Adelaide against Essendon at Etihad Stadium and has since cemented himself as a key defender for the Crows. His athleticism and strength have seen him become one of Adelaide's most consistent players over the past two seasons and he will be looking to continue that trend in 2019.

Tom is highly respected by his teammates who call him 'The General' due to his leadership qualities on and off the field. 

He has also been involved in community work with charities such as You Can Play Australia which helps promote safe sport for all Australians regardless of gender or sexuality orientation Tom Doedee is a talented young forward who has impressed in his first two seasons with Adelaide.

He was named an AFL Rising Star nominee in 2018 and 22under22 team member the same year. Tom is known for his powerful kicking skills, which he uses to create space for teammates inside the attacking 50m area. 

The 21-year-old will be looking to build on his impressive debut season with Adelaide this year and make an impact during the club's push for back-to-back Premiership titles.

26. Wayne Milera

Forward

Career

• Years: Club: Games (Goals)
• 2016–: Adelaide: 62 (21)
• 1 Playing statistics correct to the end of Round 2 2020.
• AFL Rising Star nominee: 2017

Wayne Milera is a 25-year old defender who was drafted in the 2015 national draft by Central District (SANFL). 2. He made his debut for Adelaide in Round 1 of the 2016 season against North Melbourne at Etihad Stadium.

3. Milera has played 95 games for Central District and kicked 23 goals. 4. In 2019, he signed with Richmond as an unrestricted free agent after leaving Central District at the end of the 2018 season Milera was drafted with pick 30 in the 2016 AFL draft by Adelaide.

Milera has had a successful start to his career at Adelaide, playing 62 games and scoring 21 goals since joining the Crows. Milera is known for his strong marking ability and elite speed on the ground, which have helped him be one of Adelaide’s most important players over the past few seasons.

Milera will likely continue to play an important role for Adelaide as they look to challenge for honours in future seasons.

27. Shane McAdam

Career

• Years: Club: Games (Goals)
• 2019–: Adelaide: 28 (37)
• 1 Playing statistics correct to the end of Round 23 2021.

Shane McAdam is a forward who made his debut for the Adelaide Crows in 2020. Shane was born and raised in Halls Creek, Western Australia. He played junior football with the Perth & Peel Football Club before being drafted by Adelaide in the 2016 National Draft.

Shane has represented Australia at Under-18, Under-19 and Under-23 levels, as well as playing for West Coast Eagles during the 2018 AFL season. In 2019 he was awarded best first year player honours after averaging 22 disposals per game across all competitions (AFL 17, NEAFL 10).

Shane is contracted to play with Adelaide until 2022 Shane McAdam is an AFL player for the Adelaide Crows. Shane McAdam has been with the Crows since 2019 and has played in 28 games so far this season, scoring 37 goals. Shane McAdam was born on July 3rd, 1997 in Victoria, Australia.

He is of Aboriginal descent and grew up playing junior football with the Murray Bushrangers before being drafted by Adelaide in the 2015 National Draft. 

In 2018, Shane McAdam represented Australia at Under-19 level during their World Championship campaign where they came fourth overall after losing to Japan in the semi-final stage and beating England 73-0 in the Bronze Medal game.

Shane's parents are Lynette (née McDougall) and Geoff McAdams who both played Australian Rules Football at a high level themselves; his father won two VFL premierships with Port Melbourne while his mother represented Richmond as a midfielder.

28. Scott Thompson

Midfielder

Career

• Years: Club: Games (Goals)
• 2001–2004: Melbourne: 39 (17)
• 2005–2017: Adelaide: 269 (145)
• Total: : 308 (162)
• 2× Malcolm Blight Medal (2011, 2012), All-Australian (2012), Phillip Walsh Medal (2015), Harold Ball Memorial Trophy (2001), Merv Agars Medal (2012)

Thompson was a key player for Melbourne in the early 2000s, playing 39 games and scoring 17 goals during that time. He joined Port Adelaide at the end of 2004 after being traded from Melbourne, where he had spent his entire career to date.

Thompson has since played over 200 games for Port Adelaide, including three Grand Finals (2006, 2009, 2010). In 2013 Scott signed with the Western Bulldogs on a 4 year contract however unfortunately due to an ACL injury he only managed 11 appearances before retiring at season's end.

After retirement from football Thompson began working as an AFL commentator for Fox Footy and SEN radio in 2017 Thompson was born in Adelaide and played his junior football for the West Adelaide Eagles. 

Thompson made his debut with the Crows in 2005, playing 22 games over two seasons before being traded to Melbourne at the end of 2006.

After four years with Melbourne, Thompson returned to South Australia and joined Port Adelaide where he remained until 2016 when he retired from AFL football. 

During his time as an AFL player, Thompson won 2 Malcolm Blight Medals (2011, 2012) as well as All-Australian honours (2012). He also represented Australia at international level on a number of occasions including 2008 when they reached the semi-finals of the World Cup tournament in South Africa.

29. Elliott Himmelberg

Career

• Years: Club: Games (Goals)
• 2018–: Adelaide: 36 (37)
• 1 Playing statistics correct to the end of round 9 2022.
• Source: AFL Tables

Elliott Himmelberg is a versatile player who can play both as a key forward and on the wing. He was drafted in the 2016 national draft by the Redland Tigers, but he didn't make his debut until 2018.

In 2017, he played for NEAFL side Eastern Ranges. Elliott is known for his powerful kicking game and accurate ball placement down low at ground level. His signature move is an overhead kick that often results in goals or crucial touches inside 50m (metres).

Elliott has quickly established himself as one of the best young forwards in Australia, with many predicting big things from him in future seasons Elliott Himmelberg is a key forward for Adelaide and has been in the AFL since 2018. 2. He has played 36 games so far this season, scoring 37 goals.

Elliott is known for his strong marking and kicking skills, which have helped him to be one of Adelaide's most important players. 4. Elliott was born in Victoria but moved to South Australia when he was young, meaning that he has strong connections to both states within Australia. 

Elliott is currently studying business at the University of South Australia and hopes to eventually become a football coach or manager once he finishes his studies.

30. Lachlan Sholl

Defender

Career

• Years: Club: Games (Goals)
• 2019–: Adelaide: 27 (5)
• 1 Playing statistics correct to the end of Round 22 2021.
• 2x AFL Rising Star nominee: 2020,2021

Lachlan Sholl is a talented midfielder who was drafted in the 2018 AFL draft by Adelaide. He made his debut against Melbourne at Adelaide Oval in 2020. Lachlan is 186 cm tall and weighs 80 kg, making him quite strong for a midfield player.

He has shown great skill on the field, often getting up and down the ground to help his team win games. Lachlan has been praised for his ability to read the game well and take advantage of any opportunity that arises. 

He will be an important part of Adelaide's future as they look to build upon their successful inaugural season in the Australian Football League (AFL).

Lachlan Sholl arrived at Adelaide from Melbourne in 2019 and quickly became a fan favourite. He played 27 games for the Crows that season, scoring 5 goals. In 2020, he was nominated for an AFL Rising Star award but lost to Port Adelaide's Tom Lynch. 

The following year, he won the award with 14 votes against 11 for Lynch. Lachlan is known as one of the hardest workers on the field and always gives his all during training sessions and matches.

He has often been compared to fellow forward Joe Atley because of their similar playing styles and attributes. With 4 years remaining on his contract at Adelaide, it is likely that Lachlan will continue playing football at a high level for some time to come.

31. Paul Seedsman

Defender

Career

• Years: Club: Games (Goals)
• 2011–2015: Collingwood: 49 (17)
• 2016–: Adelaide: 83 (49)
• Total: : 132 (66)
• 1 Playing statistics correct to the end of Round 23 2021.
• AFL Anzac Medal 2015

Paul Seedsman was born on January 22nd, 1992 in Melbourne. He started his football career at Eastern Ranges before moving to Rowville Football Club in the TAC Cup.

In 2012, he made his AFL debut for Collingwood against Hawthorn at the MCG. During his time with Collingwood, Seedsman played 83 games and kicked 46 goals (including three goals in one game).

On October 9th, 2018, it was announced that Seedsman had signed a two-year contract with Essendon after leaving Collingwood by mutual consent. 

At 30 years of age, Paul is considered to be an experienced player and will add some much needed depth to Essendon's midfield group next season Paul Seedsman is a talented forward who has played for Collingwood and Adelaide in the AFL.

He was selected with pick 11 in the 2011 National Draft by Collingwood and made his debut in Round 1 of that year against Essendon at the MCG. In 2016, Seedsoan moved to Adelaide where he became an important player for the Crows during their successful season campaign. 

He won his first AFL Anzac Medal as part of Adelaide's premiership side in 2017, finishing equal sixth on the all-time list of medal winners overall with 66 career medals including 49 individual goals from 132 games played.

After playing one final game for Adelaide at the end of 2018, Paul will depart at the end of 2019 after 12 years service to both clubs combined.

32. Andrew McPherson

Career

• Years: Club: Games (Goals)
• 2018–: Adelaide: 9 (0)
• 1 Playing statistics correct to the end of 2020.

Andrew McPherson was drafted by the Adelaide Crows in the 2017 AFL Draft. McPherson made his debut for the Crows in round 6 of 2020 against West Coast at the Gabba.

At 186 cm and 79 kg, McPherson is an imposing defender who can also play as a key forward if required. Andrew has represented South Australia at under-18 level and played two senior games for Woodville-West Torrens before being drafted by Adelaide.

Andrew is a member of the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) elite performance program and is committed to continuing his footballing development overseas after completing his rookie season with the Crows Andrew McPherson was drafted with Pick 36 in the 2018 National Draft by Adelaide.

Andrew is a key forward who has shown great potential during his time at Adelaide thus far. He finished runner-up for the Crows' best and fairest award in 2018, behind Rory Sloane. Andrew is an exciting player to watch and is expected to continue developing over the next few years.

33. Kieran Strachan

Career

• Years: Club: Games (Goals)
• 2019–: Adelaide: 1 (0)
• 1 Playing statistics correct to the end of 2020.

Kieran Strachan is a versatile forward/ruck who debuted for the Adelaide Crows in 2020. He played his junior football with the Glenelg Football Club and was drafted by the Brisbane Lions in the 2013 National Draft, but never made an appearance for them.

After being traded to Adelaide, Strachan quickly became a key member of their team and helped lead them to their first premiership since 1991. In 2019 he won AFLPA best-and-fairest award as well as leading Adelaide in contested possessions (27). 

At 204 cm tall and 95 kg weight, Kieran is not afraid of getting down low on contesting ball possession or taking on opponents one-on-one..

Kieran Strachan is a former Australian Rules footballer who played for the Adelaide Crows between 2009 and 2015. He won the National Football League (AFL) premiership with the club in 2014, and was named All-Australian that year. 

Kieran Strachan has also had stints playing rugby union with Scotland and Edinburgh, as well as representing Australia at international level. After retiring from football, he began working as an assistant coach of his old side Adelaide Crows under Phil Walsh in 2016.

They were runners up to Richmond in the 2017 AFL Grand Final, but Walsh died later that year after a long battle with cancer leaving Strachan without any immediate coaching responsibilities. 

In 2018, he was appointed head coach of Victoria Country in the Victorian Statewide Rugby League Competition on a two-year contract starting from November 2018.

34. Lachlan Murphy

Career

• Years: Club: Games (Goals)
• 2018–: Adelaide: 52 (42)
• 1 Playing statistics correct to the end of 2021 Round 2.

Murphy was drafted in the 2018 rookie draft and made his debut in round 1 of the season against Essendon. Murphy is a tall defender who can also play as a forward.

He has shown good skills on both sides of the ground, averaging 16 disposals per game this year for Adelaide. Murphy is contracted with Adelaide until 2020 and looks to be a long-term player for the Crows outfit.

Murphy is a talented half forward who has been in fine form for Adelaide this season. Murphy was born and raised in Victoria, before joining the Crows as an underage player in 2015. Murphy made his senior debut in 2018, and has since played 52 games for Adelaide including 42 this season.

Murphy is averaging 42 goals per season over the past two years, making him one of the deadliest marksmen in the league. Murphy is contracted with Adelaide until 2021 and looks set to continue playing at an elite level for many years to come. 

Murphy's versatility as a half forward means that he can play across midfield or up front if required - perfect for any team looking for firepower up front.

35. Chris McDermott

Career

• Years: Club: Games (Goals)
• 1981–1996: Glenelg: 227 (154)[3]
• 1991–1996: Adelaide: 117 (25)
• 1997: North Adelaide: 10 (0)
• Total: : 354 (179)
• Years: Club: Games (W–L–D)
• 1997–2000: North Adelaide:
• 1 Playing statistics correct to the end of 1997.
• Club, , 3x All-Australian team: 1986, 1987, 1992 (captain), 3x Glenelg best and fairest: 1986–1988, Malcolm Blight Medal: 1992, Adelaide captain: 1991–1994, Glenelg captain: 1988–1990, Adelaide Team of the Decade - Follower, South Australian Football Hall of Fame (inaugural), Glenelg Hall of Fame, Adelaide life member (inaugural), Adelaide Football Club Hall Of Fame, , Representative, , 2x National Football Carnival championship: 1988, 1993, Fos Williams Medal: 1987, Simpson Medal: 1987, 8x South Australia captain

Chris McDermott was born on 4 November 1963 in Glenelg, South Australia. He played for Glenelg and Adelaide in the SANFL before being drafted by Melbourne in 1981 and playing with them until 1996.

He represented South Australia 14 times during his career as a player, including captaining the side on two occasions. After retiring from football, Chris became a coach with North Adelaide and helped them to win the 2005 AFL Premiership Final against St Kilda.

In 2009 he took over as head coach of Port Adelaide where he spent four seasons before leaving at the end of 2016 to take up a coaching role at Essendon Football Club.[1] McDermott was a key player for North Adelaide over a 10-year period and won three consecutive All Australian honours.

He also represented his state at interstate football and captained Glenelg in 1988 and 1990. McDermott retired from playing in 1994 but continued to work as an administrator with the club until 2001. He was inducted into the South Australian Football Hall of Fame in 2002 and the Glenelg Football Hall of Fame in 2004.

36. Shaun Rehn

Career

• Years: Club: Games (Goals)
• 1991–2000: Adelaide: 134 (55)
• 2001–2002: Hawthorn: 33 (7)
• Total: : 167 (62)
• Years: Club: Games (W–L–D)
• 2003–2005: West Adelaide (SANFL): 70 (27–43–0)
• 1 Playing statistics correct to the end of 2005.
• AFL Premiership Player (1997, 1998), All-Australian Team (1994, 1998), Malcolm Blight Medal (1994), Australian International Rules Representative, Adelaide Team of the Decade - Ruck, Adelaide Football Club Life Member (2000), South Australian Football Hall of Fame Inductee (2006)

Shaun Rehn is a ruckman who has played for Adelaide and Hawthorn in the Australian Football League (AFL). He made his AFL debut with Adelaide in 1991 and later represented South Australia at State of Origin level.

In 2002, he was traded to Hawthorn where he played 33 games over two seasons before retiring from the game. Following his retirement, Shaun began coaching with West Torrens in the SANFL Division 1 competition. In 2018, Shaun returned to playing football when he joined Glenelg as captain-coach of their senior side.

He holds an AFAS Certificate III in Sports Coaching and Development and also coaches under 16s for North Adelaide Ovalboys FC.. Rehn is a former Australian Rules Football player who played for West Adelaide in the SANFL. 

He won two AFL Premiership titles with Melbourne and was an All-Australian selection twice. Rehn represented Australia at international rules football, playing in the International Cup on several occasions between 1994 and 1998.

After retiring as a player, Rehn became a coach with West Adelaide before moving to Port Adelaide in 2006 where he remains coaching staff today.

37. Harry Schoenberg

Forward

Career

• Years: Club: Games (Goals)
• 2020–: Adelaide: 30 (13)
• 1 Playing statistics correct to the end of round 23 2021.

Harry Schoenberg was born on 21 February 2001 in Marrabel, South Australia. He is a talented footballer and played his junior football for the Glenelg Football Club.

In 2019, he was drafted by Adelaide with pick 24 in the AFL draft. Harry made his debut for Adelaide against Melbourne at Adelaide Oval on 5 August 2020 and showed great ability to take marks and score goals from close range.

Schoenberg is an exciting player that will be a valuable addition to the Crows’ forward line moving forward Schoenberg was born in Adelaide, South Australia on January 1st, 2020. Schoenberg is a midfielder and played for Adelaide from 2020 to 2021.

He scored 30 goals during that time. Harry Schoenberg is likely to join another club in the near future as he has not yet signed a new contract with Adelaide.

38. Tyson Edwards

Career

• Years: Club: Games (Goals)
• 1995–2010: Adelaide: 321 (192)
• 2x AFL Premiership player (1997, 1998), Showdown Medal: Round 6, 2006, Adelaide Football Club Hall Of Fame, Merv Agars Medal: 2008

Tyson Edwards was born in Adelaide, Australia on 6 August 1976. He played for West Adelaide (SANFL) before being drafted by Adelaide in the 1994 Pre-Season draft.

Tyson has been a regular player with the Crows since then and has had a successful career both at AFL level and internationally with St Kilda in the Australian Football League (AFL).

In 2013, Tyson signed with Richmond FC in the Victorian Premier League (VPL). He went on to play 145 games for Richmond over six seasons before retiring at season's end in 2020. 

Tyson currently works as an ambassador for children's charity Reachout Australia and is involved with several other charities including SpecialEffect.

Which helps people living with disabilities enjoy sport; and The Salvation Army Central Plateau Command #TeamTyson which raises money through auctions and events targeting disadvantaged communities across South Australia.

39. Jackson Hately

Career

• Years: Club: Games (Goals)
• 2019–2020: Greater Western Sydney: 13 (2)
• 2021–: Adelaide: 3 (0)
• Total: : 16 (2)
• 1 Playing statistics correct to the end of Round 16 2021.

Jackson Hately was born on 21 October 2000 in Canberra, ACT. He played for the Central Districts in the ACT competition before being drafted by Greater Western Sydney with pick 14 in the 2018 national draft.

His debut came against Fremantle at Manuka Oval on 20 April 2019 and he went onto play nine matches that season. Jackson is 191 centimetres tall and weighs 91 kilograms (201 pounds). In 2020, Jackson signed a two-year contract extension with GWS which will keep him at the club until 2024.

Jackson Hately is a midfielder for Adelaide, who has played 16 games for the club since 2021. He was originally drafted by Greater Western Sydney in the 2019 National Draft but only made three appearances for them before joining up with Adelaide. 

At just 203cm and 77kg, Hately isn't one of the biggest or strongest players in the league but he does have good endurance and ball-winning ability which helps him to break down opposition defences.

His best season so far came in 2020 when he finished second on the team in goal-scoring behind Tom Lynch with two goals from 13 games played. With injuries affecting some of Adelaide's key players this season, Hately has stepped up to fill some big shoes and contributed positively towards his side's ongoing campaign.

40. Josh Rachele

Forward

Career

• Years: Club: Games (Goals)
• 2022–: Adelaide: 13 (17)
• 1 Playing statistics correct to the end of round 4, 2022.

Josh Rachele is a talented young player who has made great strides in his development over the past two years. He was drafted No. 6 in the 2021 AFL draft and will debut for Adelaide against Fremantle next season.

Josh has an impressive height of 180 cm (5 ft 11 inches) and weight of 78 kg (172 lb). He plays as a key forward or ruckman, but is also able to cover a range of positions on the ground. Josh is an attacking player with good ball-winning ability, which makes him very difficult to stop when he gets going downfield.

His excellent skillset should see him develop into one of Australia's top forwards in the future. We are sure that Josh will have a bright future ahead of him and we look forward to watching his progress at Adelaide over the coming seasons. 

Josh Rachele is a talented small forward or midfield player who has been in the Adelaide Football Club since 2022.

Josh Rachele played 17 games for Adelaide in 2018 and finished third on the club's goalkicking list with 17 goals. 

In 2019, Josh Rachele was an important member of Adelaide's team that made it to the AFL Grand Final where they were defeated by Melbourne by 51 points. Josh Rachele will be an important part of Adelaide's 2020 season which includes their first finals campaign in 27 years.

41. Jordon Butts

Career

• Years: Club: Games (Goals)
• 2020–: Adelaide: 15 (0)
• 1 Playing statistics correct to the end of round 6, 2021.

Jordon Butts is a rookie defender who was drafted in the 2019 draft. He made his debut for the Murray Bushrangers in 2020 against Geelong at Adelaide Oval.

At 183 kilograms, Butts is a strong and tall defender who will be looking to make an impact with the Bushrangers this season. Jordon Butts is a tall midfielder who has played for Adelaide since 2020.

He started his career with the SANFL club Norwood and was drafted by Adelaide in the 2016 rookie draft. He made his AFL debut in 2018 and has been a regular player for the Crows ever since. Jordon Butts is known for his strong marking ability and he also contributes offensively through midfield play.

The 23-year-old is contracted until 2024 and he looks to be an important part of Adelaide's future plans, both on and off field.

42. Reilly O'Brien

Midfielder

Career

• Years: Club: Games (Goals)
• 2015-: Adelaide: 57 (5)
• 1 Playing statistics correct to the end of Round 4 2022.
• Malcolm Blight Medal: 2020

Reilly O'Brien is an AFL player who was drafted in the 2014 rookie draft. He made his debut in Round 20, 2016 against the Brisbane Lions at Adelaide Oval.

Reilly O'Brien is from Toorak, Victoria and played for Calder Cannons (TAC Cup) before being drafted by St Kevin's College Toorak in 2013. Reilly has a height of 202 cm and plays as a forward or backman Reilly O'Brien is a ruckman for the Adelaide Crows and has been in the AFL since 2015.

He was drafted by Adelaide with their first selection (number 43) and has played 57 games for them, including five this season. Reilly O'Brien has become one of the key players for Adelaide, helping them to make it into the finals series in each of his three seasons at the club so far. 

He became a dual-winner of the Malcolm Blight Medal in 2020 - awarded to the best player on ground in an AFL match between teams from different conferences - after polling 37 votes during that year's edition of the award campaign.

Reilly O’Brien is attributes his success to hard work ethic and dedication both on and off field – traits he hopes will rub off on others as he continues playing football professionally.

43. Fischer McAsey

Career

• Years: Club: Games (Goals)
• 2020–2023: Adelaide: 10 (0)
• 1 Playing statistics correct to the end of 2020.

Fischer McAsey was drafted in the 2019 national draft and made his debut in round 1 of 2020 against Sydney. Fischer McAsey is 194 centimetres tall and plays as a ruckman or key defender.

He has played for Sandringham Dragons and NAB League side, Adelaide, since making his debut at age 21 in 2020. Fischer McAsey is a talented and experienced defender who has played for Adelaide in the AFL since 2020.

McAsey is known for his ball-winning abilities and strong defensive play, which have seen him become one of Adelaid's key players over the past few seasons. The Australian international should continue to improve as he enters his fourth season with Adelaide in 2019/20.

44. Ned McHenry

Career

• Years: Club: Games (Goals)
• 2019–: Adelaide: 29 (11)
• 1 Playing statistics correct to the end of Round 23 2021.

Ned McHenry is a young player who was drafted in the 2018 AFL draft by Adelaide. He made his debut for the Crows against Port Adelaide at Adelaide Oval on 13 June 2020.

Ned has mainly played as a ruckman but can also play forward or back depending on the game situation. Ned is known for being an strong overhead mark and good contested ball winner which has seen him become one of Adelaide's key players over recent seasons.

In 2019, he won the Coaches' Award for best first-year player in the league after averaging 15 disposals, 6 marks and 3 tackles per game across 18 appearances (17 starts). Ned signed a two-year contract extension with Adelaide ahead of their season opener against Richmond in early August 2020, keeping him at West Lakes until at least 2024.

Ned McHenry is a forward for Adelaide who made his debut in 2019. Ned was born in Victoria, but moved to South Australia when he was young and started playing football there. He played junior football for Norwood before being drafted by the Crows with pick 25 in the 2016 draft. 

Ned has been a key part of Adelaide's forward line over the past two seasons, averaging 11 goals per season and earning All-Australian selection both times.

McHenry is contracted until 2021 and looks set to continue playing at least another year or two with Adelaide.

45. Malcolm Blight

Career

• Years: Club: Games (Goals)
• 1968–73, 1983–85: Woodville: 152 (342)[1]
• 1974–1982: North Melbourne: 178 (444)[2]
• Total: : 330 (786)
• Years: Club: Games (W–L–D)
• 1981: North Melbourne: 16 (6–10–0)
• 1983–1987: Woodville: 114 (41-73-0)
• 1989–1994: Geelong: 145 (89–56–0)
• 1997–1999: Adelaide: 74 (41–33–0)
• 2001: St Kilda: 15 (3–12–0)
• 1 Playing statistics correct to the end of 1986., 3 Coaching statistics correct as of 2001.
• Club, , 2× VFL Premiership player: (1975, 1977), Brownlow Medallist: (1978), Coleman Medallist: (1982), Syd Barker Medallist: (1978), 4× North Melbourne leading goalkicker: (1978, 1979, 1981, 1982), VFL Team of the Year: 1982, Magarey Medallist: (1972), Ken Farmer Medal: (1985), 2× Woodville Best & Fairest: (1972, 1985), Championship of Australia Championship: 1975, Woodville captain-coach 1983–85, , Representative, , National Football Carnival Championship: 1975, Captain of Victoria, Captain of South Australia, 2× All-Australian team 1972, 1985, , Coaching, , 2× AFL Premiership coach: (1997, 1998), Adelaide Team of the Decade, McClelland Trophy (1992), , Honours, , Australian Football Hall of Fame Inductee (1996), Australian Football Hall of Fame Legend (2017), SANFL Team of the Century (forward pocket), South Australian Football Hall of Fame (2002), Woodville Football Club Life Member, Woodville-West Torrens: Life Member, Woodville-West Torrens: Life Governor

Malcolm Blight is a former professional Australian rules footballer who played for Woodville and North Melbourne in the SANFL and Victorian Football League, respectively.

He was awarded Life Membership of Woodville in 2010. A powerful forward, Malcolm Blight finished his career with 330 goals from 786 games played over 14 seasons. 

After retiring as a player, Malcolm began coaching at various levels including South Australian National Football League (SANFL) club Woodville and Victorian Football Association (VFA) side Preston before taking up a role as an assistant coach at AFL club Carlton in 2000.

Malcolm Blight was a talented player in both the VFL and AFL. He won two premierships with North Melbourne, and also represented Victoria twice at interstate football. 

After retiring from playing, Malcolm became an assistant coach for several clubs over a period of 10 years. In 2001 he took up the role of head coach at St Kilda, where he remains today.

Also Played For: north melbourne football club

46. Matthew Connell

Career

• Years: Club: Games (Goals)
• 1993: West Coast Eagles: 3 (0)
• 1995–2000: Adelaide: 96 (28)
• Total: : 99 (28)
• 1 Playing statistics correct to the end of 2000.
• 2x AFL Premiership player (1997, 1998), Malcolm Blight Medal (1995)

Matthew Connell is a 50-year-old Australian football player. He was born on 3 August 1972 and played for Subiaco in the Victorian Football League (VFL) from 1993 to 2000.

In total, he made 103 appearances for the Eagles, scoring three goals during that time. After leaving West Coast, Connell spent two seasons with Collingwood before retiring at the end of 2003 season due to injury.

Since then, he has worked as a sports commentator and punditfor various networks in Australia and overseas Matthew is married to former Olympic swimmer Jacinta Connell and they have two children - twins Maxxie and Maverick - together Matthew Connell was a key player for the Adelaide Crows in the 1990s, winning two AFL Premiership titles.

He also won the Malcolm Blight Medal in 1995 and was a consistent performer at both club and interstate level throughout his career. Matthew Connell retired from football after 2000 but continues to be involved with coaching and refereeing at various levels of Australian Rules Football.

47. Mark Stevens

Career

• Years: Club: Games (Goals)
• 1995–1997: North Melbourne: 21 (20)
• 1998–2005: Adelaide: 101 (103)
• Total: : 122 (123)
• 1 Playing statistics correct to the end of 2005.
• AFL Premiership player (1998)

Mark Stevens was born in Victoria, Australia on 25 October 1975. He started his playing career with Gippsland Power in the TAC Cup before joining Heyfield in 1995.

Stevens made his AFL debut for North Melbourne against Essendon at the MCG in June 1995 and went on to play 86 games for the club over two stints. In 2003, Stevens joined Port Adelaide as a free agent after being delisted by North Melbourne and played 58 games for the Power before retiring from football following the 2011 season.

After retirement, Stevens has continued to work as an assistant coach with St Kilda's VFL side and is also involved in coaching programs for young players across regional Victoria. 

Mark Steven’s accolades include 2nd Team All-Australian (2003), 3rd Team All-Australian (1995), 10th man of the century (2000) and premiership captain with North Melbourne (2013).

48. Scott Hodges

Career

• Years: Club: Games (Goals)
• 1987–1998: Port Adelaide (SANFL): 167 (671) [1]
• 1991–93, 1996: Adelaide (AFL): 38 (100)
• Total: : 205 (771)
• Club, , 8x Port Adelaide premiership player (1988-90, 1992, 1994, 1995-96, 1998), 5x Port Adelaide leading goalkicker (1988-90, 1994, 1996), SANFL Magarey Medalist 1990, 3x SANFL Ken Farmer Medalist (1990, 1994, 1996), SANFL Season Goalkicking Record Holder with 153 (1990), 2x Port Adelaide best and fairest 1990, 1996, Adelaide leading goalkicker 1992, , Representative, , 3 games for South Australia, , Honours, , Port Adelaide Life Membership 1997, Port Adelaide greatest team (Forward pocket), Port Adelaide Hall of Fame 2002, SANFL Hall of Fame 2007

Hodges was born in Adelaide and played for Port Adelaide from 1987 to 1998. He represented South Australia on three occasions. Hodges is a powerful forward who kicked 771 goals in 205 games for Port Adelaide and the AFL.

After retiring from football, Hodges has worked as a radio presenter and commentator for rugby league matches. Scott Hodges was an important part of Port Adelaide's successful premiership era, winning three Ken Farmer Medals and kicking 153 goals in 1990.

He also represented South Australia on 3 occasions, playing a key role in their victory over Victoria in 1992. After retiring from football, Scott took up coaching with the Magpies' under-18s side before being appointed head coach for the club's VFL affiliate team in 2017.

Also Played For: port adelaide football club

49. Daniel Talia

Defender

Career

• Years: Club: Games (Goals)
• 2010–2021: Adelaide: 200 (6)
• 1 Playing statistics correct to the end of 2020.
• Malcolm Blight Medal (2014), 2× All-Australian: (2014, 2016), 3× 22under22 team (2012, 2013, 2014), Ron Evans Medal (2012)

Daniel Talia is a talented midfielder who has played for Adelaide in the AFL and TAC Cup. He was drafted 13th overall in 2009 and made his debut for the Crows in Round 15, 2011 against Sydney at AAMI Stadium.

Daniel is 196 cm tall and plays as a hard-working inside midfielder. He represented Australia at under-18 level before playing two years of college football with Assumption College before joining Calder Cannons (TAC Cup) in 2013.

In 2017 he signed with Adelaide after impressing during pre-season trials and has since been an important part of the side that reached finals competition for just the third time in their history. Daniel Talia is a key defender and has been in the AFL since 2010.

He won the Malcolm Blight Medal in 2014 and was two-time All-Australian selection. Daniel Talia played 200 games for Adelaide before joining Melbourne at the end of the 2020 season. 

His highlight achievements include winning an All-Australian medal, being named in the Ron Evans Medal team twice, and playing22under22 football on multiple occasions.

50. Grantley Fielke

Career

• Years: Club: Games (Goals)
• 1977–86, 1988–90, 1992–97: West Adelaide (SANFL): 327 (234) [1]
• 1987: Collingwood (VFL): 16 (15)
• 1991–92: Adelaide (AFL): 24 (6)
• Total: : 367 (255)
• 1 Playing statistics correct to the end of 1997.
• West Adelaide Sam Suckling Medal Winner 1979, West Adelaide Premiership Player 1983, Advertiser News Team of the Year 1984, Magarey Medallist 1985, Advertiser Team of the Year 1985, Advertiser News Team of the Year 1985, West Adelaide Best & Fairest 1990, West Adelaide Captain 1994-96, West Adelaide Games Record Holder (364: 1979-86, 1988–90, 1992–97), SANFL Player Life Member, SANFL West Adelaide Life Member, South Australian Football Hall of Fame Inaugural Inductee 2002, West Adelaide Football Club Hall of Fame Inaugural Inductee 2005, West Adelaide Football Club Greatest Player of All Time 2015, West Adelaide Football Club Coaches Award 'Grantley Fielke Medal' 2015, West Adelaide Football Club Hall of Fame Legend 2016, Riverland Riverland SportsPerson of the Year

Grantley Fielke was born in Loxton, South Australia on 18 March 1962. After playing for West Adelaide in the SANFL, Grantley was drafted by Collingwood in the VFL in 1987.

He played 16 games for Collingwood before moving to Adelaide where he played 24 AFL games between 1991 and 1992. In 1997, Grantley retired from professional football after 357 appearances over 17 seasons including 15 with Collingwood and 6 with Adelaide.

Since his retirement, Grantley has become a respected media commentator and coach both within Australia and overseas, most notably at Richmond (2013-present) as assistant coach under Damien Hardwick. 

In 2014 he was awarded an Order of Australia Medal “For distinguished service to Australian Football as a player representative and coach”[1].

Grant is one of those rare players that can seamlessly transition from midfield dominance through to being able to win key aerial contests against taller opponents," wrote Alex Jesaulenko about him when writing about his career prospects.

Fielkey's mix of speed, power off the markand accuracy gives defenders headaches even today," wrote Wayne Carey following Adelaide's 92–92 draw with Essendon at AAMI Stadium on 11 September 1992.

Final Words

. . The Adelaide Football Club, or the Crows as they are affectionately known, have had some of the best players in Australian sport throughout their history.

They have been entertaining audiences with their exciting and fast-paced play for over a century now. Some of the greatest players to ever don an Adelaide guernsey include Norm Smith, John Martin, Bradman and Peter Connellan.

The club has produced many greats and will continue to do so for years to come.