The second brother of the Shepparton F&NC twin tower combo picked up in last year’s AFL National Draft made his debut yesterday.
Jack Whitlock got a taste of AFL footy down at GMHBA Stadium in Geelong in a day that was largely forgettable for Port Adelaide fans, with their side losing to Geelong by 88 points. Jack had 4 kicks from 2 marks and 4 tackles. He also had 3 hit-outs as he spent time in the ruck.
Jack was taken at pick 33 in last year’s draft, with his twin brother Matt at pick 27, who made his debut for North Melbourne in round 4.
Rangy key position prospects will need to put a lot of muscle onto their tall frames, Jack 200cm, Matt 197cm, but to get a game in their first year on AFL lists shows a clear sign of talent, with the twins will be a close watch as their careers progress.
