Round 18 – Lewis Roberts-Thompson:
At 14, Lewis Roberts-Thomson was an outstanding rugby forward who appeared destined one day to play second row for the Wallabies. Then he tried Aussie Rules, and five years on, he’s lining up in the first ruck for the Sydney Swans. The phrase ‘meteoric rise’ was never more fitting than when applied to the 195 cm follower with the shock of blond hair. After debuting in round eight, Roberts-Thompson won his nomination in round 18 when promoted to first ruck to replace the injured Jason Ball.