The debutants have arrived and now they are staring down the barrel of a summer of blood, sweat and tears.
Having achieved their first goal of joining an AFL list, the main goal now is getting a game. Easier said than done for some, and even harder than that, is making an impression in that game.
Inspired by that, AFL Media have gone through the recent archives to find the BEST debut at our club.
The only provision is that the player must still be on the list he debuted for.
Here's hoping a new face at your club can top - or at least match - some of these efforts below. Check it out.
Taken with the seventh pick in the 2008 AFL Draft, Rich debuted in round one the following season and fitted in like a veteran.
The blonde-haired teenager with the booming left boot gathered 21 disposals and showed the poise that has characterised his long career, setting up two goals and helping the Lions to a nine-point win over West Coast.
Rich won the Rising Star nomination for his performance.
Amazingly, Rich only received his first All-Australian jacket this year after an outstanding year.
Finishing first in the AFL for Metres Gained, Effective Kicks and Rebound 50's, Rich proved he's like a fine wine, continuing to improve with age.
Other contenders: Ryan Lester (16 disposals, one goal, R1, 2011)
