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14 Gavin Urquhart

 
Details
Number14
Height181cm
Weight83kg
DOB18-05-1988
Debut2008
GamesGoals
2010820103
Career40Career3
Dreamteam Points
2010473Go to Dream Team

Urquhart was highly rated as North Melbourne’s second pick in the 2006 NAB AFL Draft, but struggled with the transition from junior football in the early part of his career.

Despite a difficult start, Urquhart was determined to perform at the highest level. After a strong showing for North Ballarat in the opening rounds of 2008, he finally made his AFL debut against Brisbane in round 10. Urquhart couldn’t have asked for a better start, the highly skilled defender racked up 21 possessions and didn’t look back for the remainder of 2008. He earned himself a Rising Star nomination in Round 18 and quickly secured a spot in the North Melbourne side.

Urquhart also represented North Ballarat in the VFL Grand Final and helped them to a premiership with a brilliant goal in the third quarter.

Darren Crocker 2009 review:
Early in the year he was actually going OK but then his form tailed off. He'd go missing and wouldn't show much in games and obviously the consequence was he got dropped. Gav's been re-signed and he needs to make sure he gets himself back playing the type of footy we know he's capable of. At his best, he can run, penetrate and use the ball well. It's been a good learning year for him. You can sometimes come in, things click and you can take it for granted a little bit. It's not until you're challenged that you realise it is a lot of hard work and you do need to be fairly passionate about your footy to allow yourself to play the best you can.

Draft history: 2006 NAB AFL Draft 2nd round selection (North Melbourne) No. 21 overall.
First game for North Melbourne: Round 10, 2008 v Brisbane
Player honours: NAB AFL Rising Star nominee 2008

Player sponsors: Alliance Wealth Management

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At a Glance

  • Junior Clubs: Rockhampton (QLD)
  • Clubs: North Melbourne
  • Debut: 2008
  • Recruited from: Morningside (QLD)
  • AFL Awards: Rising Star Nominee 2008
  • Club Awards:
  • Brownlow Votes:
DisposalsMarksStoppagesFreesGeneral playScoring
 
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News

Urquhart to undergo surgery

North Melbourne defender Gavin Urquhart will undergo arthroscopic surgery on Wednesday nightWednesday, April 28, 2010 - 7:21PM

Have your say: Syd Barker Medal

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

Rawlings, Urquhart set to return

Brady Rawlings and Gavin Urquhart only need to get through training to regain their positions in the side to face the CatsWednesday, May 13, 2009 - 3:48PM

Urquhart wears courage on his sleeve

North defender Gavin Urquhart has found greater confidence in his ability ahead of his third seasonWednesday, January 28, 2009 - 3:00PM

Two Roos nominated

North Melbourne's Gavin Urquhart and Corey Jones have been nominated for the AFL Army AwardTuesday, August 12, 2008 - 4:31PM

Video

North Melbourne v Essendon preview

Saturday 24th July - 7.10pm @ Etihad Stadium. Get behind the Roos as they push for a spot in the top eight. Friday, July 23, 2010 - 2:44PM

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

Career statistics:

Year Games Kicks Handballs Poss Marks Tackles Goals Behinds Brownlow
2008 
14 
114 91 205 48 
25 0

0
2009 18 180 126 306 90 44 0 3 0
Totals 32
294 
217 511 
138 
69 
0
4

Best   19 
13
28 
10


1
 

2009 photos:
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Fun Facts:

Nickname: Gav

Number on back as a youngster:
Michael Voss (3)

Describe yourself in one word:
Quiet

Likes to collect:
Collectables

First car:
VZ Commodore

First job:
Footballer

Scariest moment:
Princes Park time trial

Interest outside football:
Golf and movies

Spend last $100 on:
Food and a lotto ticket

Four people to invite to dinner:
Michael Jordan, Jessica Alba, Roger Federer, Marcus Irelius

Favourite meal before a game:
Pasta

Favourite movie:
Remember the Titans

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