Prodigious father-son talent Jaspa Fletcher will make his debut under the Friday night lights of the Gabba against the Sydney Swans.

Fletcher, who was selected at pick 12 at the 2022 NAB AFL Draft is the son of former Lion Adrian Fletcher who played a total of 231 games with Brisbane, Geelong, St Kilda and Fremantle.

Speaking to the playing group on Thursday morning, an appreciative Fletcher was thankful for the opportunity and the faith that the coaching staff had in him.

“Firstly, to Fages (coach Chris Fagan), the coaching staff and anyone else on the match committee I really appreciate the opportunity,” he said.

“To the boys for being so welcoming not just this year but last year as well when Will (Ashcroft) and I came did some of the preseason, I can’t wait to run out with you tomorrow.”

Having played in all 10 VFL matches so far this season, Fletcher has been prolific in his first year at senior level, averaging 16.5 disposals and kicking eight goals.

The 19-year-old midfielder arrived at the Club via the Brisbane Lions Academy, after coming through the Queensland talent pathway with junior club Sherwood.

Known for his silky skills, outside running ability and footy IQ, Fletcher will be looking to make an immediate impact against the Swans.

Following in his father’s footsteps, Fletcher will debut on the ground where he grew up watching football.

“It is very surreal; I’m still pinching myself and when I get there (the Gabba) tomorrow night it is going to be unreal,” he said.

“He (his dad) was pretty happy for me, all the work we’ve put in over the last few years he’s very proud.

“He doesn’t show too much emotion but when I gave him a hug last night it was really special.”

Fletcher was in shock when Lions senior Coach Chris Fagan gave him the call to tell him he was going to play his first game of AFL football.

But it is his teammates and the home crowd which Fletcher believes will be the most exciting part of his debut.

“When Fages called me, I couldn’t believe it, I actually said, ‘Oh really’ and he told me, ‘Yeah you’re in,’ I had the biggest smile on my face,” Fletcher recalled.

“I think that’s the best bit, to run out alongside some of the names in this team is going to be cool.

“It’s gets really loud out here I’ve heard but to run out with a home crowd, in front of my family and friends is going to be super special.”