With the election fast approaching, we take a look at which Cats could make it as Australia’s Prime Minister.

Patrick Dangerfield

As president of the AFL Players Association, Dangerfield is no stranger to a position of responsibility and power. The Brownlow medallist is one of the most likeable media personalities in the game and has shown he has no trouble juggling numerous responsibilities.

Harry Taylor

A deep thinker who goes above and beyond in terms of preparation and organisation. Taylor is a well-spoken figure at the club and would come up with some practical, and possibly wild, ideas for the country.

Joel Selwood

A proven leader that any team or cabinet would get behind. Selwood was touted as Geelong’s next captain after a handful of games at AFL level so he shouldn’t take too long to rise up the ranks.

Mark Blicavs

Steeplechaser, ruckman, wingman, defensive anchor, politician? Is there anything this man can’t do. May not be the best suited to the role of PM but Blicavs has shown his ability to adapt and learn on the job.


FORMER CATS IN PARLIAMENT

Neil Trezise (185 games for the Cats) – Won the seat of Geelong West in 1964 and became the Minister for Youth, Sport and Recreation in 1982.

Paul Couch (259 games) – Represented the National Party in Polwarth in the 1999 state election.

Billy Brownless (198 games) – Had a short stint in conservative politics which contained a coffee with Jeff Kennett and subsequent TV interview that highlighted Brownless’ expertise on issues in North Geelong.

Damian Drum (63 games) – Federal member for Murray who served as the Assistant Minister to the Deputy Prime Minister from 2017-2018.

Doug Wade (208 games) – Stood for the National Party in the 1970 state election and came within a few hundred votes of winning the Polwarth electorate.