Ask Liam a question on All Access Despite being a few years older than most available draftees, Anthony was picked up by North Melbourne with its third selection (43) in the 2008 AFL National Draft. After a blistering pre-season in which he dominated most games, the former East Fremantle (WAFL) midfielder was named to debut in round one against Melbourne. However, his dream to play at the elite level was put on hold at the last minute with a stress fracture in his foot flaring up and putting him out of action for several weeks. Anthony eventually made his much anticipated return in the VFL with North Ballarat and demanded selection into the North Melbourne line-up. The door was opened in round 13 and the solidly built ball magnet didn’t disappoint, racking up an impressive 28 possessions on debut. The football world stood up and took notice as Anthony went on to prove he was well worth the punt at the draft table. The number 44 played out the reminder of the season and averaged 25 touches a game. A true revelation, Anthony has been one of the club’s feel good stories in 2009.Darren Crocker 2009 review:When Liam came into the system, it was about learning what was required from an AFL conditioning perspective. To his credit, he worked extremely hard and because he was coming from a fair way back. When he went back to Perth over Christmas he probably over-trained. He continued to train hard when he returned to Melbourne and came down with a stress fracture in his foot. He would have played a lot earlier but he was a revelation when he came in. Liam knows he's got a few areas of his game he needs to work on but he's come in with a really strong belief.
Draft history: 2008 NAB AFL Draft 3rd round selection (North Melbourne) No.43 overallFirst game for North Melbourne: Round 13, 2009 v Western BulldogsPlayer sponsors:
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Liam Anthony has taken part in his first full session since slicing his left ring finger two months agoFriday, January 08, 2010 - 3:26PM
The North Melbourne Football Club can confirm that 22 year-old Liam Anthony will miss the next two months of ball workThursday, November 19, 2009 - 3:16PM
Personal form aside, Liam Anthony's return west was marred by a loss to West CoastSunday, August 16, 2009 - 11:06AM
West Australian Liam Anthony had to bide his time to break into the AFL, but he made the most of his opportunity on SundaySunday, June 28, 2009 - 6:59PM
West Australian Liam Anthony will make his long awaited debut this weekend as North Melbourne takes on the Western Bulldogs at the MCG on Sunday.Thursday, June 25, 2009 - 4:58PM
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
Jack Ziebell catches up with three of North Melbournes young guns after the win against Melbourne.Sunday, August 09, 2009 - 4:40PM
Listen to the Official Radio Show of the North Melbourne Football Club, Kangas Corner. Friday, July 10, 2009 - 4:55PM
View highlights of North Melbourne debutant Liam Anthony in the VFL.Thursday, June 25, 2009 - 4:57PM
View all the highlights of North Melbournes aligned players at North Ballarat.Wednesday, June 10, 2009 - 5:50PM
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Fun Facts:Nickname: Hollywood Describe yourself in one word: OutgoingNumber on back as a youngster: Ben Cousins (9)Most valued possession: My walletMost famous sports person met: Michael Hussey Likes to collect: Money First job: Tennis Coach Scariest moment: First day of pre-season Best meal to cook: Burritos Spend last $100 on: Food Four people to invite to dinner: Jessica Alba, Jennifer Hawks, Ben Cousins, Will Ferrell Favourite music: Powderfinger, Foo Fighters, The Living End Favourite TV shows: The OC, Friends, Home Improvement
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