Big-bodied defender Jake Pasini has added bulk to his frame during his time at Alberton as he continues his development under defensive coach Chad Cornes. The key position defender is a mobile and composed backman whose key strengths are his marking and foot skills as well as his ability to read the play.

2020 proved frustrating for Pasini with the AFL’s COVID-19 restrictions meaning the club had no SANFL participation for him to showcase his talent and continue his development, while a shoulder injury interrupted his 2021 season. Using the injury layoff to get bigger and stronger, as well as improve his fitness, Pasini is another Port young gun making his case for a debut this year.