Overview
- Duursma was officially taken first overall, confirming long‑running projections linking the Gippsland Power product to the Eagles.
- Harley Reid presented the 18‑year‑old with his first Eagles jumper, making Duursma the club’s second No. 1 pick in three years and fourth all time.
- The Victoria Country standout is a 193cm three‑line utility praised for elite foot skills and positional flexibility.
- He earned Victoria Country MVP honors at the under‑18 national championships, made the under‑18 All‑Australian team, and impressed in VFL outings for Casey.
- West Coast continues its rebuild with multiple remaining selections, holding picks 2 and 13 in the first round plus 34 and 41.