PORT ADELAIDE has selected Sam Hayes with its first pick in the 2017 National Draft.
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Hayes was touted as one of the best ruckmen in the draft pool, and a player who could be damaging inside forward 50.
The 18-year-old was an important member of Vic Metro's successful U18s, where he averaged 14.5 disposals and nearly 17 hit-outs a game.
The 202cm ruckman was also extremely influential for Eastern Ranges in the TAC Cup, averaging 16 disposals and 24 hit-outs a game.
Hayes was selected in the U18 All-Australian team for the past two years, with his ruck work, overhead marking and his forward craft being major reasons.
Sam Hayes draft profile
Rep teams: Eastern, Victoria Metro
D.O.B: 9/06/1999
Position: Ruck
Height: 202cm
Weight: 92.6kg
