Ask Daniel a question on All Access After being selected with pick two in the 2002 National Draft, Wells had a huge weight of expectation on his shoulders in the early part of his career but has been able to play a significant role through the midfield since his debut in 2003. At the start of 2008, Wells was urged by his coach Dean Laidley to use his pace to challenge the opposition which resulted in him taking his game to a new level. The exciting midfielder averaged 22 possessions a game throughout 2008 and was instrumental in North Melbourne’s strong late season form. He finished sixth in the Syd Barker Medal and represented Australian in the International Rules series against Ireland. A dominant pre-season was followed by a strong start to 2009, but a recurring groin injury frustrated the former first round pick for most of the season, and apart from some good games against Port Adelaide and Brisbane, Wells had a season he'd rather forget. After missing seven matches following the round 11 loss to St Kilda, Wells eventually made his return via the VFL and racked up 17 possessions in a half of football. But the midfielder felt his speed and mobility were far from where they needed to be and ended his season prematurely in a bid to be ready for 2010.
Draft history: 2002 National AFL Draft 1st round selection (North Melbourne) No. 2 overall on-traded by Richmond to Adelaide for Wayne Carey.First game for North Melbourne: Round 1, 2003 v St KildaPlayer honours: 2nd best and fairest 2006 (equal), International Rules Series 2003, 2008; NAB AFL Rising Star nominee 2003.Brownlow Medal: 25 career votesPlayer sponsors: Become a North Melbourne fan on FacebookFollow North Melbourne on Twitter
North Melbourne midfielder Daniel Wells has started running again after undergoing groin surgery at season's endFriday, December 11, 2009 - 7:18AM
Midfielder Daniel Wells says Brad Scott has helped him overcome the frustration of osteitis pubisFriday, November 20, 2009 - 5:45PM
Next Monday the 2009 AFL Trade Week begins. Today, we take a look back at the club's trades between 2002 and 2004. Wednesday, September 30, 2009 - 10:30AM
North Melbourne's Daniel Wells will not play again this year after succumbing to osteitis pubisTuesday, August 18, 2009 - 1:34PM
Playing a handful of matches to finish a season ruined by injury is crucial, writes Daniel WellsFriday, August 07, 2009 - 10:15AM
In a new special feature we will be catching up with every player on the Roos list in the lead up to 2010. Today kangaroos.com.au chats to Daniel Wells.Wednesday, December 09, 2009 - 3:04PM
Daniel Wells speak to the media at the Fight Fit Boxing Centre.Friday, November 20, 2009 - 3:15PM
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
Go behind the scenes of the soccer scene from the latest AFL TV commercial.Thursday, April 30, 2009 - 9:00AM
Daniel Wells speaks to the media ahead of Sundays clash with Essendon.Tuesday, April 14, 2009 - 11:50AM
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Fun Facts:Nickname: Wellsy Describe yourself in one word: QuietMost valued possession: Wedding ring Likes to collect: Hats and shoes First job: Footballer Scariest moment: Birth of my beautiful daughter Laudate Best meal to cook: 2 minute noodles Spend last $100 on: Food Who you'd like to invite to dinner: Tiger Woods Favourite movie: Slumdog Millionaire First car: Mazda EstinaToughest player you've played on: Glenn Archer in a practice match Biggest impact on junior career: My father
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