With their second selection in the 2024 Telstra AFL Draft last night, Geelong recruited Jacob Molier from Sturt with pick #52. 

A towering ruckman standing at over 200cm tall, Molier impressed with his versatility and mobility throughout 2024 and at the draft combine. 

Find out a little bit more about Geelong's newest ruckman, Jacob Molier below. 

KEY DETAILS 

Name: Jacob Molier

Age: 18 Years Old (2006 D.O.B)

Height: 201cm

Position: Ruck


JUNIOR CAREER

Home Club: Sturt

Local Club: Onkaparinga Valley

Notable Performance: 2024 Round 8 v Woodville-West Torrens - 18 Disposals, 19 Hit-Outs, Eight Marks, Five Clearances

Games Played: 119 Games Played (from Play HQ Stats)

2024 Season - Under 18's:

  • 18 Games for Sturt
  • 10.6 Disposals per game
  • 4.0 Marks 
  • 2.4 Clearances
  • 2.8 Inside 50s

DRAFT DETAILS 

Draft Pick: #52

Strengths: Ruck Craft, Athleticism, Agility

Draft Combine Stats: 5th in Nation for 20-metre sprint