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Draft pick #9 – Liam Henry
DOB: 28/08/2001
POSITION: Forward
HEIGHT: 180cm
WEIGHT: 68kg
DRAFTED FROM: Claremont
Liam Henry is an exciting half forward/wing who is a graduate of Fremantle's Next Generation Academy.
Born in Tammin, Henry and his family are currently based in Derby in Fremantle’s Kimberley NGA zone.
His impressive NAB AFL U18 Championships was underlined by his brilliant performance (25 disposals, five tackles) in Western Australia's title deciding win over Vic Country.
Henry led the U18 Champs in score involvements and marks inside 50 while also ranking second for score assists, and as a result was rewarded with selection in the forward line of the U18 All Australian side.
He played four games for Claremont in the WAFL Colts competition, averaging 23 disposals and rating elite for average goals (1.8), score assists (1.0), score involvements (6.3), marks (5.8) and kicking efficiency (63.8%).
He's creative and evasive, classy on both sides, has terrific goal sense and loves the big stage.