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23 Nathan O'Keefe

 
Details
Number23
Height188cm
Weight83kg
DOB17-08-1990
Debut2010
GamesGoals
2010220101
Career2Career1
Dreamteam Points
2010113Go to Dream Team

O'Keefe came to the TAC Cup late in the season but was exciting with his strong marking up forward for the Eastern Ranges.

The 193cm tall forward averaged three goals a match in seven games for the Ranges and was a third round selection in the 2008 National Draft.

Despite his light frame, O'Keefe was quick to impress with a strong season in the Werribee reserves and earned a promotion to the Tigers’ senior line-up late in the season.

Four goals against Geelong, and two against Bendigo in the final round will give O'Keefe plenty of confidence going into 2010.

Darren Crocker 2009 review:
He was coming from a fair way back. He didn't actually play a lot of TAC Cup footy – maybe six or seven games. Getting a few games of senior VFL footy into him was always going to be beneficial. He spent a lot of time in the VFL reserves but he got an opportunity towards the end of the year to come up and play VFL seniors and has shown signs that there's something there. There really is. He realises he's got to work hard and get stronger because he's only a lightly built kid.

Draft history: 2008 NAB AFL Draft 4th round selection (North Melbourne) No. 59 overall.

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At a Glance

  • Junior Clubs: Seville, Eastern U18
  • Clubs: North Melbourne
  • Debut: 2010
  • Recruited from: Eastern U18
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DisposalsMarksStoppagesFreesGeneral playScoring
 
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Port Adelaide
L 96 - 82
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St Kilda
L 143 - 39
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West Coast Eagles
W 116 - 91
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Sydney Swans
L 60 - 100
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Hawthorn
W 70 - 82
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Melbourne
W 104 - 78
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Collingwood
L 157 - 91
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Adelaide
W 84 - 75
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Western Bulldogs
L 57 - 127
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Fremantle
L 139 - 78
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10
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Brisbane Lions
W 90 - 89
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Carlton
W 97 - 68
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Port Adelaide
W 129 - 93
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Geelong Cats
L 98 - 63
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Sydney Swans
L 85 - 55
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Richmond
W 53 - 103
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Essendon
L 119 - 122
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News

Rookies hold heads high

Sitting near the bottom and with finals out of reach, Werribee could be forgiven for putting the kybosh on its 2010 ambitions.Monday, July 26, 2010 - 3:05PM

O'Keefe wants more action

He has had his first taste of AFL and now Nathan O'Keefe wants more.Tuesday, May 25, 2010 - 10:15AM

AFL debut in O'Keefe's reach

North Melbourne’s second year player Nathan O’Keefe has put himself in the best possible position in order to earn his AFL debut and it could come as early as rMonday, May 10, 2010 - 8:28AM

Werribee's golden draw

The Werribee Tigers are still yet to taste victory despite coming tantalisingly close against future AFL side the Gold Coast on Saturday night.Sunday, April 25, 2010 - 10:03AM

O'Keefe warms to task after fever

Young North forward prospect Roo Nathan O'Keefe has almost overcome the lingering effects from a bout of glandular feverThursday, February 11, 2010 - 5:08PM

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:

Click the stats link for 2010 information.

2009 photos:
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Fun Facts:

Nickname: Keefy

Describe yourself in one word: Tall

Number on back as a youngster: Shane Crawford (9)

Most valued possession: Car

Most famous sports person met: Andrew Symonds

Likes to collect: Stubbie holders

First job: Sprinkler fitter

Scariest moment: Watching Hostel 2

Best meal to cook: Barbecue

Spend last $100 on: Food

Four people to invite to dinner: Will Ferrell, Chris Rock, Eddie Murphy, Adam Sandler

Favourite music before a game: Techno

Superstition: I wear two pairs of socks during the match

Favourite TV shows: Two and a Half Men

Favourite movie: Anchorman

Most likely to succeed after football: Drew Petrie - he's very professional about everything.

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