Ovens and Murray star Forrest signs with North Adelaide
Tom Forrest, 20, signed with North Adelaide after his Flinders physiotherapy course was approved.
Tom Forrest is a standout key defender from the Ovens and Murray Football Netball League. Forrest signed with North Adelaide after his university course transfer was approved.
At first the 20-year-old did not want to move. Forrest re-signed at Corowa-Rutherglen but joined North Adelaide once his Flinders physiotherapy course was approved.
Forrest finished seventh in contested marks with 39 and earned Team of the Year selection. He is 195 centimetres and weighs 92 kilograms.
Forrest must add weight to compete at elite level. He is targeting 98 to 100 kilograms.
His dietitian told him to eat a lot. North Adelaide coach Josh Francou said Forrest is tall and athletic.
He takes marks well and is strong in the air.
- 20
- Age
- 195 cm
- Height
- 92 kg
- Current weight
- 39 (7th)
- Contested marks (league ranking)
Why it mattersGetting into university can change an athlete's choice of club. For Forrest, his course approval made the move possible.
AustraliaSouth Australian Football League continues to attract talented young players from regional leagues across Australia seeking elite competition and study opportunities.
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