DOB: 08-May-2000 (18)
POSITION: Midfielder
HEIGHT: 187cm
WEIGHT: 82kg
DRAFTED FROM: Norwood (South Australia)
Luke Valente is a midfielder from Adelaide that consistently finds the football.
He plays his SANFL football at Norwood and dominated at NAB AFL U18 Championships level, averaging 28 disposals, seven clearances and more than a goal per game from his four games.
Valente captained SA to the title and had a terrific championships himself, winning SA's MVP and being named Vice-Captain of the All Australian side.
He averaged 23 disposals, had the equal most clearances, ranked second for kicking efficiency out of all the midfielders and also rated elite for score assists and score involvements.
Valente is a member of the AFL Academy, is a smart footballer and is a terrific leader.
He's a good user off both feet, has time with the ball and is clean at ground level.
