Lachie Jones
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| Full name | Lachlan Murray Jones | ||
| Date of birth | 9 April 2002 | ||
| Original team | Woodville-West Torrens, SANFL | ||
| Draft | No. 16, 2020 national draft | ||
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| Current club | Port Adelaide | ||
| Number | 34 | ||
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Lachlan Murray Jones is a talented Australian rules footballer. He plays for the Port Adelaide team in the Australian Football League (AFL). He is known for his strong play and dedication to the sport.
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Early Life and Football Beginnings
Lachie Jones was born on April 9, 2002. He grew up in a town called Bute. This town is located on South Australia's Yorke Peninsula. Lachie is an Indigenous Australian and has Yanyuwa family roots.
Playing for Woodville-West Torrens
Before joining the AFL, Lachie played for the Woodville-West Torrens Football Club. This team is part of the SANFL, which is a major football league in South Australia. In 2020, Lachie was a key player for his team. They won the SANFL premiership that year. This was a big achievement for him and his team.
Joining the AFL
Lachie Jones was part of Port Adelaide's Next Generation Academy. This program helps young players develop their skills. His talent was noticed by many clubs.
The 2020 AFL Draft
In the 2020 AFL draft, Lachie was a highly sought-after player. He was chosen as Pick 16 in the draft. The Port Adelaide Football Club made a special move to get him. They matched a bid from the Collingwood Football Club to secure him for their team.
AFL Debut and Rising Star Nomination
Lachie made his first appearance in the AFL in 2021. His debut game was in Round 4 of the 2021 AFL season. He played against the Richmond Football Club at Adelaide Oval.
In 2022, Lachie received a special award. He was nominated for the 2022 AFL Rising Star award. This happened in Round 15 of the 2022 AFL season. In that game, Port Adelaide played against the Gold Coast Suns. Lachie had a great game, getting sixteen disposals and kicking a goal. His team won by just two points.
Career Highlights
Lachie Jones has already achieved some important things in his football career.
- He was a premiership player in the SANFL in 2020.
- He received an AFL Rising Star Nomination in 2022.
Lachie continues to play for Port Adelaide. As of July 2025, he has played 60 games and kicked 6 goals for the club.
