Liam Ryan (footballer) facts for kids
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Ryan playing for West Coast in July 2019
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| Full name | Liam Ryan | ||
| Nickname(s) | Flyin' Ryan | ||
| Date of birth | 2 October 1996 | ||
| Original team | (WAFL) | ||
| Draft | No. 26, 2017 national draft | ||
| Debut | Round 1, 2018, West Coast v. Sydney, at Optus Stadium |
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| Position(s) | Forward | ||
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| Current club | West Coast | ||
| Number | 1 | ||
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Liam Ryan, born on October 2, 1996, is a professional Australian rules football player. He plays as a small forward for the West Coast Eagles team in the Australian Football League (AFL). People know him for his amazing jumps and ability to catch high balls. His nickname is "Flyin' Ryan" because of his incredible leaping skills.
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Liam Ryan's Early Football Days
Liam Ryan grew up in Geraldton, a city in Western Australia. His father, Darren Ryan, also played football for the Claremont team in the WAFL. Liam started his football journey playing for the Rovers team. This was in the Great Northern Football League (GNFL).
In 2016, Liam moved to Perth to play for the Subiaco Football Club. This club is part of the West Australian Football League (WAFL). He started in the reserves team. After only four games, he moved up to the senior team. In that year, he kicked 40 goals in 16 senior games.
Winning the Bernie Naylor Medal
Liam had a fantastic year in the 2017 WAFL season. He won the Bernie Naylor Medal. This award is given to the player who kicks the most goals in the WAFL competition. Liam kicked an impressive 73 goals from 23 games that season.
Liam Ryan's AFL Career Highlights
Liam Ryan was chosen by the West Coast Eagles in the 2017 AFL draft. He was their third pick and the twenty-sixth player chosen overall. He made his very first AFL appearance in 2018. This was in Round 1 against the Sydney Swans at Optus Stadium.
Becoming an AFL Premiership Player
One of Liam's biggest achievements came in 2018. He was part of the West Coast Eagles team that won the 2018 AFL Grand Final. This made him an AFL premiership player. It means his team won the championship!
Other Big Awards and Recognitions
Liam has received several other important awards during his career:
- He was named in the 2020 All-Australian team in 2020. This team features the best players from across the league.
- In 2019, he won the AFL Mark of the Year award. This is for the most spectacular catch (mark) in a game.
- He was also selected for the 22under22 team in 2019. This team highlights the best young players in the AFL.
Liam Ryan's Family Life
Liam Ryan has a partner named Evana. Together, they have a daughter and two twin boys.
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Ryan playing for West Coast in July 2019
