Josh Battle

Josh Battle’s Big Leap: From Saints to Hawks, Not a Nerdy Exit!

🚨 Breaking News! Josh Battle ditches the Saints for Hawthorn! Was Sam Mitchell the secret weapon? Find out this shocking twist!

In an electrifying turn of events in the AFL world, Josh Battle, the St Kilda Saints’ star defender, is taking a bold step in his career by nominating Hawthorn as his new club. After making a significant impact since his debut as an 18-year-old forward, Battle has proven himself as one of the most formidable key defenders in the league, racking up an impressive career in red, white, and black. Recently, he told the Saints of his decision, confirming what many speculated - that he was ready for a fresh start and new challenges.

This decision didn't come easy for Battle, who spent months contemplating his future and weighing his options. It appears that Sam Mitchell, Hawthorn’s head coach, was a pivotal influence in his transition, convincing him that the Hawks could leverage his skills to create a winning formula. Adding to the intrigue, Jarryd Roughead, the new player acquisition manager, is believed to have had a significant hand in helping Battle navigate this important career crossroads. We can only imagine the heart-to-heart conversations they had over a nice cup of flat white!

With his sights set on Hawthorn—a club that recently welcomed West Coast's Tom Barrass as well—it seems that Battle is excited and ready to contribute to their success. St Kilda, however, isn’t going down without a fight; they are hoping to secure a first-round draft pick as compensation for losing one of their star players. As negotiations continue, the AFL community is abuzz with possibilities, especially when considering the implications for both teams moving forward.

In a fun twist of fate, this isn’t the first time we've seen players make major switches in the AFL. Just ask Buddy Franklin or Gary Ablett! Both have enjoyed their share of drama, yet ultimately settled into their careers with new clubs and new chapters. Speaking of chapters, did you know that the AFL has been around since 1896? And while players like Josh Battle romp around, fans are more than eager this season to witness such transformations live on the field! Bring on the footy season, where the only predictable part is its unpredictability!