Harley Reid is expected to be the top pick in this year's AFL draft. He says his success comes from the small country town where he grew up.
Even as his football profile has grown, Reid has maintained a loyal connection to the Blues."I look at it like where I am today, every single one of those people, that area, that club, they've done so much for me to get to where I am today," he said.
"It's where a piece of me is and it is probably a part of me that I'll miss when I probably head off, but as much as I can, I'll be getting back there to support them as much as they support me."He took an opportunity in July to pull on the jumper for his beloved home club one more time before heading to the AFL, kicking three goals in a best-on-ground performance that helped Tongala earn a special victory.
"To sing the song with those boys, they hadn't won in probably about six weeks or so, so to get that, it was pretty wholesome."Connecting with community Reid described his year as "flat out". Alongside finishing Year 12, footy has been a huge part of his routine. Reid played for six teams this year, suiting up for Essendon and Carlton's VFL sides, representing Vic Country and the AFL Academy, playing for Coates Talent League outfit the Bendigo Pioneers and his home club Tongala.But Reid has been a familiar face at Tongala games, serving as the team runner and water carrier on multiple occasions, cheering on the Blues' footballers and netballers whenever he gets the chance.
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