Exciting youngster Mark O’Connor has been upgraded from the Rookie List as a replacement for Quinton Narkle.

The 21-year-old Irishman has been rewarded for his hard work and impressive performances throughout the pre-season.

O’Connor made his AFL debut against Essendon in Round eight, before going on to play a further match against the Western Bulldogs in 2017.

The junior Gaelic football star joined the Cats as a Category B rookie in October 2016.