“Unveiling the Jaw-Dropping Highlights of the 2023 AFL Draft – You Won’t Believe the Game-Changing Picks!”

The three-day spectacle kicked off at Marvel Stadium on Monday night, where the National Draft’s first-round selections saw the Demons snagging Caleb Windsor at No.7 and Koltyn Tholstrup at No.13.

Skipping the second-round selections on Tuesday, Melbourne made a splash in the Rookie Draft on Wednesday. They re-selected fan-favorite Jake Melksham and welcomed Kynan Brown under the father-son rule, setting the stage for an exciting 2024 pre-season.

Meet Melbourne’s New Additions:

Caleb Windsor | Pick No.7 | Eastern Ranges
Height: 184cm
Weight: 76kg
Strengths: Agility, speed, endurance

Caleb Windsor, the rapid winger from Eastern Ranges, brings a unique blend of speed, endurance, and goal-scoring flair. Melbourne’s National Recruiting Manager, Jason Taylor, is thrilled with the addition, praising Windsor’s speed, endurance, and goal-scoring prowess.

Koltyn Tholstrup | Pick No.13 | Subiaco
Height: 186cm
Weight: 86kg
Strengths: Strength, overhead marking, scoreboard impact

Selected at No.13, Tholstrup, an attacking half-forward from Subiaco, adds power, strength, and a dangerous penetrating kick to Melbourne’s lineup. Taylor anticipates Tholstrup’s growth into an outstanding athlete and an invaluable addition to the team.

Kynan Brown | Father-Son Selection | Oakleigh Chargers
Height: 181cm
Weight: 71kg
Strengths: Speed, contest game, tackling

Kynan Brown, following in his father’s footsteps, joins the Dees through the father-son rule. His elite contest and stoppage work, combined with exceptional tackling, earned him the title of Vic Metro’s best and fairest at the 2023 National Carnival. Proud father Nathan Brown expresses delight in seeing Kynan fulfill his AFL dreams.

Jake Melksham | Rookie Draft

Jake Melksham, a familiar face to Melbourne fans, returns for his ninth season. Despite being delisted last month, Melksham’s standout performances, including 20 goals in 13 games, earned him a re-selection. Melbourne List Manager Tim Lamb highlights Melksham’s impact on and off the field, emphasizing his leadership and desire to elevate the team.

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