Tate Hodgson

A key defender regarded as one of the most composed intercept prospects in the 2026 pool. Despite missing his bottom-age year due to stress fractures, he earned All-Australian honours at Under-16 level and has since returned to Coates Talent League football. Reads the play exceptionally well, positions himself effectively, and compensates for limited speed through anticipation and game sense. Strong in one-on-one contests and reliable overhead. Also spent time as a Vic Metro train-on despite injury interruptions.