Episode 10: AFL Recruiting - behind the scenes with Melbourne Football Club National Recruiting Manager Jason Taylor

Ever wondered how the AFL recruiting system works and how recruiters choose from the tens of thousands of young hopefuls around the land?  Take a listen to our latest podcast featuring Jason Taylor, National Recruiting Manager for Melbourne Football Club, as he gives us a rarely heard, behind the scenes understanding of the critical work that goes in to trying to get your club their next premiership! In this episode we look at the incredible pathway that took Jason from Air Conditioning installer all the way to the top recruiting position at an AFL club. And he explains what recruiters look for in young footballers, the draft system, the camps, the points, the trades, and more. The depth that recruiters go to in their quest to find the best players in the country is quite amazing, and it's not just football skill that takes their attention and time. Enjoy the listen.