Ask Leigh a question on All Access 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 GeelongPlayer Sponsors: David Edmonds
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Leigh Adams is one of 10 players most likely to come from nowhere to exceed statistical expectation.Friday, February 19, 2010 - 4:16PM
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
North Melbourne youngster sees Sunday's win over Demons as a sign of better things to comeMonday, August 10, 2009 - 11:28AM
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
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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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
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
North Melbourne has launched its 2009 Membership advertisement. Log on to kangaroos.com.au to view the ad. Saturday, April 04, 2009 - 3:02PM
See all the highlights from the Round 19, 2008 clash between North Melbourne and the Western Bulldogs. Wednesday, April 01, 2009 - 1:54PM
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