Despite the disappointing loss v Port Adelaide on our home turf, our young local talent showed us what they've got.
Queensland's Archie Smith had an impressive debut, dominating the ruck with 30 of our 40 hit-outs (Port had 23 total).
Smith also recorded 19 disposals (17 contested - a team high) at 79% efficiency, nine clearances and had the team's highest AFL Fantasy Points at 96.
Fellow Hyundai Help For Kids Lions Academy product Eric Hipwood showed excitement in the forward line as he took some incredible marks.
Hipwood had three behinds and bombed a massive goal from outside 50... Watch this space!
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How it unfolded: v Port Adelaide
