Division two of the Adelaide Footy League has featured some of the SA\u2019s top local footy talent for many years and 2026 has been no exception.<\/p>\n
Based on this season\u2019s form and with the help of coaches and league insiders, we\u2019ve ranked division two\u2019s top 40 players of the year.<\/p>\n
Here are our rankings from 40 to 1.<\/p>\n
40. HARRISON COOK<\/p>\n
(Flinders Park)<\/p>\n
A young gun joining from Adelaide Uni, Cook has done plenty of damage for the Reds with his elite skills and composure.<\/p>\n
Has 10 goals and eight best player nods in 14 games.<\/p>\n
39. BROCK KEDING<\/p>\n
(Brighton Bombers)<\/p>\n
One of the Bombers\u2019 most consistent players this year.<\/p>\n
Joining from South Gambier, Keding is a versatile player who provides important run and carry for his side and has a damaging leg.<\/p>\n
Eight best player nods in 14 games.<\/p>\n
38. MATT REED<\/p>\n
(Brighton Bombers)<\/p>\n
Joining the Bombers after time with North Adelaide\u2019s Reserves, Reed has had a big impact for his side.<\/p>\n
Attacks the contest relentlessly and can set up his teammates with crafty disposal.<\/p>\n
Has seven best player nods in 14 games.<\/p>\n
37. NOAH HANNAGAN<\/p>\n
(Henley)<\/p>\n
A top forward for Henley this season.<\/p>\n
Hannagan\u2019s ability to find space up front and win the footy before booting important goals makes him a consistent threat.<\/p>\n
22 majors in eight games.<\/p>\n
36. MAX KELLY<\/p>\n
(Old Ignatians)<\/p>\n
A tough player who puts his body on the line each week for Old Iggies.<\/p>\n
Kelly is relentless in the contest and often makes game-winning plays for his side.<\/p>\n
Six best player nods in 14 games.<\/p>\n
35. KANE GODLEVSKY<\/p>\n
(Henley)<\/p>\n
A strong midfielder who can also play defensively.<\/p>\n
Godlevsky has been key for the Sharks with his ability to win the footy and lay strong tackles in high pressure situations.<\/p>\n
Four best player nods in nine games.<\/p>\n
34. BRAD JONES<\/p>\n
(Old Ignatians)<\/p>\n
Old Ignatians captain Brad Jones has led by example for his young side this year.<\/p>\n
Wins plenty of the footy inside, is one of his side\u2019s best distributors and can also standout as an effective goalkicker.<\/p>\n
Has 20 goals and five best player nods in 14 games.<\/p>\n
33. JACK TRENORDEN<\/p>\n
(Prince Alfred OC)<\/p>\n
A consistent plaeyer who has developed into a mainstay in PAOC\u2019s side.<\/p>\n
Trenorden can dictate games with his ability to find the footy and create space.<\/p>\n
Has six best player nods in 14 games.<\/p>\n
32. TOM CARLSON<\/p>\n
(Goodwood Saints)<\/p>\n
Carlson\u2019s steady rise at Goodwood Saints has culminated in his best year yet for the club this year.<\/p>\n
A strong one-on-one defender who can lock down on forwards with his ability to compete in the air and win the footy at ground level.<\/p>\n
Eight best player nods in 14 games.<\/p>\n
31. JOEL HILL<\/p>\n
(Broadview)<\/p>\n
Hill has been a standout for Broadview while also balancing time with Woodville-West Torrens\u2019 Reserves.<\/p>\n
A young gun who has a significant influence on games when in form, winning contested footy and finding teammates with efficient disposal.<\/p>\n
Has four best player performances in 13 games.<\/p>\n
30. RYAN LLEWELLYN<\/p>\n
(Modbury)<\/p>\n
Llewellyn has starred at the back again this year after a dominant 2025.<\/p>\n
An imposing and skilled defender who can dominate in the air and is clean off the ground, Llewellyn can take over a game at the back.<\/p>\n
29. SAM SANDERS<\/p>\n
(Prince Alfred OC)<\/p>\n
Joining the Old Reds after time with Coorong Cats in the RMFL, Sanders has been a major boost for his new side.<\/p>\n
Versatile and highly skilled, Sanders can produce strong performances up front or do damage in the middle.<\/p>\n
Four best player nods and 25 goals in 13 games.<\/p>\n
28. HUGH FERRARI<\/p>\n
(Old Ignatians)<\/p>\n
Hugh Ferrari, along with his brother Will, has been a major reason for Old Ignatians\u2019 surge up the ladder so far this year.<\/p>\n
Can dominate a game up front with his goal sense and also has an impact in the contest with the ability to create space and find teammates.<\/p>\n
18 majors and six best player nods in 14 games.<\/p>\n
27. NOAH MCDONALD<\/p>\n
(Old Ignatians)<\/p>\n
McDonald has emerged as a key player for Iggies this year.<\/p>\n
A versatile player who can have an impact behind the footy and also provide a strong presence around the ground with his marking ability and disposal under pressure.<\/p>\n
Seven best player nods in 14 games.<\/p>\n
26. ANGUS TULLY<\/p>\n
(Broadview)<\/p>\n
North Adelaide player Tully has been a star when available for Broadview.<\/p>\n
Can dominate games with his ability to win hard contested footy and is an efficient distributor under pressure.<\/p>\n
25. HEATH WINGARD<\/p>\n
(Brighton Bombers)<\/p>\n
A star for the Bombers this season, Wingard has emerged as a weapon on the ball.<\/p>\n
Wins plenty of his own footy and can carve opposition up with his disposal.<\/p>\n
Has 11 best player nods in 13 games.<\/p>\n
24. CHARLIE BLAIR<\/p>\n
(Henley)<\/p>\n
A star forward\/midfield utility who has returned to Henley after time with Woodville-West Torrens.<\/p>\n
Blair has had an impact in a number of ways so far this season and has produced strong, contested and clean footy in the middle.<\/p>\n
Has seven best player nods in 14 games.<\/p>\n
23. JAMES SCHWARZ<\/p>\n
(Flinders Park)<\/p>\n
Schwarz has been strong for Flinders Park again this year.<\/p>\n
A skilled and relentless player in close through the contest, Schwarz attacks the footy fearlessly for the Reds and deals to teammates with ease off either boot.<\/p>\n
22. JORDAN NEAL<\/p>\n
(Prince Alfred OC)<\/p>\n
A versatile utility who can dominate games in a number of roles for McHenry\u2019s side.<\/p>\n
Covers ground as well as almost anyone, wins plenty of the ball in the air and at ground level and also produces as a ruck.<\/p>\n
Has five best player nods in 13 games.<\/p>\n
21. LEE MINERVINI<\/p>\n
(Modbury)<\/p>\n
Joining Modbury for this season, Minervini has had a major impact for the Hawks.<\/p>\n
Competes relentlessly in the contest to win important possessions for his side and uses the footy well.<\/p>\n
Has eight best player nods and eight goals in 13 games.<\/p>\n
20. BEN SIMOUNDS<\/p>\n
(Brighton Bombers)<\/p>\n
Formerly a machine up front in SA country footy, Simounds has proved he has what it takes to dominate in the ammos.<\/p>\n
A smart target forward who loses defenders, takes big grabs and can finish set-shots from anywhere.<\/p>\n
Has 59 goals in eight games to lead the division.<\/p>\n
19. JACK SULLIVAN<\/p>\n
(Broadview)<\/p>\n
Returning to Broadview from West Adelaide for most of this year, Sullivan has been important for the Tigers.<\/p>\n
Can dominate games as a key position player with his ability to read the play, apply strong pressure in the air and at ground level and use the footy well.<\/p>\n
Five best player nods in 14 games.<\/p>\n
18. JAIDYN MEAD<\/p>\n
(Modbury)<\/p>\n
Last season\u2019s best and fairest for Modbury, Mead has been a standout again this year.<\/p>\n
A bull in the contest who provides important run and carry and distributes as well as anyone in his side.<\/p>\n
Has six best player mentions in 14 games.<\/p>\n
17. KURTIS PHILLIPS<\/p>\n
(Westminster OS)<\/p>\n
A longtime star ruck for the Dragons, Phillips has starred again this year.<\/p>\n
Covers ground well for a big utility and often dictates play with his crafty tapwork.<\/p>\n
Has nine goals and eight best player nods in 13 games.<\/p>\n
16. WILL FERRARI<\/p>\n
(Old Ignatians)<\/p>\n
Ferrari has had another strong year for his club.<\/p>\n
Is a hard worker around the ground who applies big tackles, wins his own footy and deals to teammates seamlessly.<\/p>\n
Seven best player nods in 13 games.<\/p>\n
15. JAY O\u2019LEARY<\/p>\n
(Broadview)<\/p>\n
Also balancing his time with SANFL commitments, O\u2019Leary has been dominant when available for the Tigers.<\/p>\n
A versatile player who stands out in the contest with his ability to find the footy and create with a cool head under pressure.<\/p>\n
14. RAY HARDING<\/p>\n
(Henley)<\/p>\n
A star utility who can impact the game in a number of ways, Harding has been a force for Henley since returning from West Adelaide.<\/p>\n
A strong player in the air and at ground level who wins plenty of the footy and distributes efficiently for the Sharks.<\/p>\n
Has six best player nods in 11 games.<\/p>\n
13. NED MCHENRY<\/p>\n
(Prince Alfred OC)<\/p>\n
McHenry has not been as prominent for the Old Reds as he was last season, focusing more heavily on his coaching, but he still remains a major threat when on song.<\/p>\n
One of the most creative players in the division, McHenry is a clean and crafty distributor and does a lot of the dirty work for his side.<\/p>\n
12. DANE MCFARLANE<\/p>\n
(Henley)<\/p>\n
McFarlane has been strong again this year after a starring 2025 season.<\/p>\n
A reliable decision maker who injects speed into the Henley midfield and is one of the most skilled players in the division.<\/p>\n
Has 15 goals and six best player nods in 14 games.<\/p>\n
11. STEVEN MOTLOP<\/p>\n
(Goodwood Saints)<\/p>\n
Motlop has only played six games for the Saints but has been a standout in each one.<\/p>\n
Supremely skilled player through the middle and up front who creates space in the contest and finds teammates or boots goals.<\/p>\n
10. MITCH DUVAL<\/p>\n
(Unley Mercedes Jets)<\/p>\n
Duval has not been as available as usual this season but has still been one of the league\u2019s best.<\/p>\n
The former West Adelaide and Woodville-West Torrens SANFL League player can control the backline with ease, reading deliveries to take big intercept marks and also distributing at a high efficiency to teammates up the ground.<\/p>\n
9. DARCY PISANI<\/p>\n
(Modbury)<\/p>\n
Pisani has starred again this year.<\/p>\n
A strong player who can have a huge impact in the contest, Pisani has a big tank and boasts elite foot skills, often damaging opponents with his efficient disposal.<\/p>\n
Has 11 best player nods in 13 games.<\/p>\n
8. COOPER O\u2019LEARY<\/p>\n
(Broadview)<\/p>\n
O\u2019Leary has become the Tigers\u2019 best player this season.<\/p>\n
A tough and tireless competitor through the middle, O\u2019Leary is a great user of the ball and can also burn opponents with pace.<\/p>\n
Has 20 goals and 10 best player nods in 14 games.<\/p>\n
7. CRAIG PITT<\/p>\n
(Prince Alfred OC)<\/p>\n
Pitt has been a standout yet again for Prince Alfred OC, performing in a number of positions.<\/p>\n
One of the best leaders in the competition, Pitt\u2019s ability to impact the contest by finding the footy and distributing cleanly, especially by hand, to teammates makes him a dangerous player.<\/p>\n
6. TOM PILLION<\/p>\n
(Henley)<\/p>\n
Pillion remains a standout around the ground for his Sharks side.<\/p>\n
One of the craftiest players in the division, Pillion can dominate in the air, boot goals and create chances for his teammates with his distribution.<\/p>\n
5. JADE CLEELAND<\/p>\n
(Goodwood Saints)<\/p>\n
A star standout for Goodwood Saints again this season.<\/p>\n
Cleeland is a dominant ruck\/forward utility who can unlock teams with his tapwork and aerial prowess while also impact the game up front with his ability to create and kick goals.<\/p>\n
Has 15 goals and five best player nods in 12 games.<\/p>\n
4. HAYDEN JOLLY<\/p>\n
(Prince Alfred OC)<\/p>\n
One of PAOC\u2019s best every year, Jolly has been dominant each week for his Old Reds.<\/p>\n
The former Gold Coast and Glenelg player has been a weapon for PAOC in a number of roles, most recently dominating as a deadly user of the ball off of the backline or through the middle.<\/p>\n
Has 10 goals and 10 best player nods in four games.<\/p>\n
3. DYLAN FARQUHAR<\/p>\n
(Henley)<\/p>\n
Also a top performer for the Adelaide Footy League in its win over the VAFA this year, Farquhar has been a standout for the Sharks.<\/p>\n
A big utility who can dominate in the ruck with his tap work and also impact either end of the ground with his aerial prowess and efficient distribution.<\/p>\n
Four best player nods in nine games.<\/p>\n
2. ANDREW BRADLEY<\/p>\n
(Westminster OS)<\/p>\n
Bradley has been consistently dominant since joining Westminster OS.<\/p>\n
The former Glenelg star can fill a number of roles for the Dragons, dictating games as an onballer with his footy smarts and also competing well at the back or up front.<\/p>\n
Has five best player nods in 13 games.<\/p>\n
1. JACK TRENGOVE<\/p>\n
(Prince Alfred OC)<\/p>\n
Returning to Prince Alfred OC after a year away from the game, Trengove has been a force when available for the Old Reds.<\/p>\n
The former Melbourne captain covers ground better than anyone in the division, wins contested footy and creates a number of chances for his side.<\/p>\n
Has seven goals and eight best player nods in eight games.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Division two of the Adelaide Footy League has featured some of the SA\u2019s top local footy talent 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