Ask Andrew a question on All AccessView Andrew's blog Follow Swallow Drafted in 2005 with North Melbourne’s second-round pick (43), Swallow is a tough in-and-under midfielder who can win important clearances for his team. Swallow had an exceptional start to his career playing 12 games in his first season in 2006 and excelled in 2007 when he played every game of the year including North Melbourne’s Preliminary Final against Port Adelaide. He averaged 15 possessions a game and was the club’s leading tackler. The talented youngster would have preferred to play more senior football in 2008 but was unable to break back into the talented North Melbourne midfield after playing the first three games of the season. Swallow was instrumental in the VFL with North Ballarat throughout 2008 and played 17 matches as the side surged to the premiership. A solid pre-season saw Swallow back in favour with selectors and he made his return in fine style against Melbourne with 21 possessions. Things only got better for the number nine as the season went on, he finished the year averaging almost 20 possessions a game, and built a reputation as a midfielder who can kick goals after he slotted 17 majors. His strong 2009 was highlighted by polling seven votes in the Brownlow Medal which was equal second at the club. Darren Crocker 2009 review:He had a great year. From a stoppage and ball-winning perspective, we just felt he got better and better and really developed aspects of his game he needed to work on. As a midfielder, he's able to push forward and kick goals as well.
Draft history: 2005 NAB AFL Draft 3rd round selection (North Melbourne) No. 43 overall.First game for North Melbourne: Round 8, 2006 v FremantlePlayer honours: NAB AFL Rising Star nominee 2006.Brownlow Medal: 7 career votesPlayer sponsors: Greg, Brenda and Nicole Nugent, Martin CrowFollow Andrew Swallow on Twitter
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Andrew Swallow's impressive season has been rewarded with the midfielder claiming his first Syd Barker Medal as the club's best and fairest playerFriday, October 02, 2009 - 11:21PM
Next Monday the 2009 AFL Trade Week begins. Today, we take a look back at the club's trades between 2005 and 2008.Thursday, October 01, 2009 - 1:20PM
Andrew Swallow, Ben Warren, Robbie Tarrant and Sam Wright will remain at Arden Street until the end of 2011Friday, August 14, 2009 - 7:13PM
Andrew Swallow says there were plenty of positives to take out of Sunday's 15-point loss to the Sydney SwansMonday, July 06, 2009 - 8:47AM
At the half way point of the season the competition is hotting up in the race for the 2009 Syd Barker Medal.Monday, June 22, 2009 - 10:25AM
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
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
Andrew Swallow speaks to the mediaThursday, February 18, 2010 - 4:33PM
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 Andrew Swallow.Tuesday, February 09, 2010 - 1:54PM
RooTube caught up with Nathan Grima, Jack Ziebell and Andrew Swallow following North Melbournes Princes Park time trial.Monday, October 26, 2009 - 2:49PM
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Fun Facts:Nickname: Spitter Describe yourself in one word: RelaxedNumber on back as a youngster: Dean Kemp First job: Paper boy Scariest moment: Almost getting t-boned in car Best meal to cook: Roast Spend last $100 on: Food and a movie Four people to invite to dinner: Tim Carger, Daniel Fingland, Jesus, Alex McDonald Favourite music: Planetshakers Superstition: Eat chocolate the night before a game Favourite TV shows: The SimpsonMakes you laugh: The boys at the clubInterests outside football: University, financeMost likely to succeed after football: Brent Harvey - smart with his money
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