Dual-sport star Ned Renfree signs with home club Newlyn
Ned Renfree, a Richmond-contracted VFL player, signs with Newlyn while prioritizing football over basketball.
Ned Renfree has signed with Newlyn, returning to his home club in the Central Highlands Football League while remaining committed to Richmond's VFL side. The young dual-sport talent played college basketball in the US before focusing on football.
Renfree featured in six VFL games for Richmond in 2026. Newlyn president Simon Dwyer called him a perfect fit for the club's profile of dynamic, athletic young players.
Renfree knew several Newlyn officials through school at St Pat's. Footy is now his priority after basketball interests faded.
- 6
- VFL games in 2026
- Simon Dwyer
- Newlyn president
- St Pat's
- School connection
- Richmond
- Parent VFL club
Why it mattersStrong player recruitment gives Newlyn a genuine chance to close the gap on top-tier Central Highlands sides.
AustraliaBallarat regional football gains a rising young talent committed to playing in the Central Highlands league.
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