Mitch McGovern played 12 games in 2018, missing a large chunk of the season after an ankle injury he sustained in Showdown 44.
The 23-year-old averaged 12.9 disposals, 6.5 marks and kicked 15 goals to average just over a goal a game.
He received a mark of the year nomination for his high-flying hanger in Adelaide’s Round Seven clash with Carlton.
At a glance:
Games: 12
Goals: 15
Disposals per game: 12.9
Marks per game: 6.5
Inside 50s per game: 2.7
Best game:
Round Seven v Carlton
McGovern impressed Adelaide’s 55-point win over the Blues at Adelaide Oval as he kicked five goals from 16 disposals and nine marks.
Post-match, coach Don Pyke said he had been impressed with the McGovern’s performance.
“He jumped at the ball really strongly and finished his work well,” he said.
