38. Sam Reid

Height: 192cm
Weight: 84kg
DOB: 27/12/91
Recruited from: Wangaratta/Murray Bushrangers
Bio: Versatile rebounding defender who provides plenty of run from defensive 50. Athleticism, vertical leap and speed are all strengths. Ranked equal second in kicking test at Draft Camp (73 per cent efficiency). Had outstanding Draft Camp with 2.92secs for 20m (top 8 per cent) and level 14.7 for the beep test showing his elite speed/endurance combination.
Matt Burgan's draft rating: 12-45

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In his own words
What type of player are you?
Key position, athletic and versatile who can play a bit in the ruck if needed.

Which AFL player do you feel you resemble, and why?
Nick Riewoldt as he is also a tall athletic player.

What are your strengths as a footballer?
My speed for my height and my vertical leap. As well as quick hands in close with handball.

What parts of your game would you like to improve?
My endurance to cover as much of the ground as possible and also the ability to use my strengths.

Which AFL team do you support and how did you come to barrack for them?
Essendon because my brother did.

Who has been the biggest influence on your career so far, and why?
My Dad. He always gives me tips and advice as he has been in football first hand and really with footy on and off the field.