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Number13
Height176cm
Weight78kg
DOB06-04-1988
Debut2007
GamesGoals
2009020090
Career8Career6
Dreamteam Points
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A former Victoria Metro captain at under 18 level, Adams was surprise not to be selected in the 2006 National Draft. However, he was given an opportunity at North Melbourne as a rookie. After some outstanding form for Tasmania in the VFL, he was promoted to the senior list just four rounds into the 2007 season.

Adams subsequently made his debut in round five of that year and played one further match for the Kangaroos before returning to Tasmania. He went on to win a best and fairest award, despite playing just 13 games.

The promising youngster was awarded a spot on the North Melbourne senior list for 2008, but a devestating injury in which he tore his anterior cruciate ligament off the bone saw the in and under midfielder sidelined for the rest of the year.

After several months of rehabilitation, Adams joined his Kangaroos team-mates for the 2009 pre-season and despite some knee soreness in the early parts of the season was quick to regain form in the VFL.

In Round 15 he was recalled for his third career game, two years after his debut. Adams went on to play a pivotal role in the Roos' midfield as they finished the season on a high with wins against St Kilda and Port Adelaide. He averaged 17 possessions in his six matches.

Darren Crocker 2009 review:
With Patch it was always going to be about getting his body right and getting a bit of continuity. When he was able to do that, his form in the VFL was strong enough that he actually came in, got an opportunity and we were really pleased with how he went. In the times we actually put him in the midfield, he was able to have an impact. It was an important year for him.

Draft history: 2007 rookie elevation (North Melbourne)
First game for North Melbourne: Round 5, 2007 v Geelong

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At a Glance

  • Junior Clubs: Woori Yallock
  • Clubs: North Melbourne
  • Debut: 2007
  • Recruited from: Eastern U18
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News

Dream Team sleepers

Leigh Adams is one of 10 players most likely to come from nowhere to exceed statistical expectation.Friday, February 19, 2010 - 4:16PM

Patch's injury verdict

kangaroos.com.au caught up with Leigh Adams and Doctor Con Mitropoulos for an update on the small forward’s shoulder injury.Friday, November 13, 2009 - 1:03PM

Win a boost to our confidence: Adams

North Melbourne youngster sees Sunday's win over Demons as a sign of better things to comeMonday, August 10, 2009 - 11:28AM

North to Patch things up

It's been a long road to recovery for the 22 year-old, but Leigh Adams could finally make his return for North Melbourne this week, 738 days since he last donneThursday, July 09, 2009 - 4:57PM

Adams best as Tigers roar

Midfielder Leigh Adams had 20 possessions as Werribee got back on the winners list, defeating Collingwood at Chirnside Park. Tuesday, June 16, 2009 - 8:45AM

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Be part of the journey

New Game, New Era - Be part of the journey in 2010 by calling 1300 KANGAS or visit kangaroos.com.au.Tuesday, March 02, 2010 - 4:45PM

Be part of the journey

New Game, New Era - Be part of the journey in 2010 by calling 1300 KANGAS or visit kangaroos.com.au.Tuesday, March 02, 2010 - 4:35PM

Last time they met: North v Port Adelaide

View all the highlights from the last match between North Melbourne and Port Adelaide, in Round 7 of this year.Thursday, August 27, 2009 - 12:56PM

Special Feature: 2009 Membership Ad

North Melbourne has launched its 2009 Membership advertisement. Log on to kangaroos.com.au to view the ad. Saturday, April 04, 2009 - 3:02PM

Last time they met: North Melbourne v WB

See all the highlights from the Round 19, 2008 clash between North Melbourne and the Western Bulldogs. Wednesday, April 01, 2009 - 1:54PM

Career statistics:

Year Games Kicks Handballs Poss Marks Tackles Goals Behinds Brownlow
2007
2
5 8 13 2
7 0
0
0
2008
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
2009
6
53
49
102
23
26
6
1

Totals 8
58
57
115
25
33
6
1
0
Best   11
12
21
6
7
3
1
 

2009 photos:
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Fun Facts:

My earliest football memory: First ground ball

Best goal: Left foot banana

Where were you on the day you were drafted: At my parents house

First person you called after you were drafted: Girlfriend

The hardest part of pre-season training: Time-trial

Favourite training drill: Hammer time

If you could play another professional sport, it would be: Jockey

Sporting teams you support (non-AFL): Australian curling team

What dish would you serve up if you were on MasterChef: Spaghetti Bolognaise

Where is the furthest you have been from home: America

What is the oldest item in your wardrobe that you still wear: Trench coat

Most environmentally conscious team-mate: Nathan Grima

Team-mate most likely to Google his own name: Alan Obst

Team-mate most likely to go into politics after football: Drew Petrie

What rules you more - your heart or your head: Heart

Do you prefer a planned event or an unplanned event: Unplanned

The last concert you went to: Taylor Swift

Your favourite cricketer: Dirk 'Cyclone' Nannes

French fries or wedges: Wedges

Speedos or board shorts: Speedos

What's on your iPod: Love song dedications

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