Northam product Sydney Stack continued his stellar start to his AFL career with a blistering showing in a win over the Swans on Saturday night.
The gun runner showed once again his youth is no hindrance to his ability to contribute, wracking up 22 disposals to go with four tackles and five marks in a 22-point win.
Stack's solid performance comes as he continues to find his feet at the elite level, and should cement his spot in the side for the Tigers' blockbuster pre-Anzac Day clash against Melbourne this Wednesday.
Stack has made a strong impression since joining the club via the AFL's Supplemental Selection Period, after going unpicked in the 2018 National Draft.
His debut game saw him garner praise from coach Damien Hardwick after tallying 17 disposals and a goal as one of Richmond's best in a dour loss to Greater Western Sydney, with the premiership coach labeling his performance "fantastic".
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The 18-year-old was able to enjoy his first win when he pitched in 11 disposals and five marks against Port Adelaide in round four, and tasted success again after putting forth his best performance yet against the Swans.
Through his first three games at the top level, Stack is averaging 16.7 disposals to go with six marks and 2.3 tackles.
While it's still the early goings of what he hopes becomes a long and prosperous AFL career, Stack has certainly made a strong first impression with the Tigers.
Justin Rake
Sports journalist for the Mandurah Mail, Australian Community Media, Fairfax Media.
Sports journalist for the Mandurah Mail, Australian Community Media, Fairfax Media.
