AFL

Tigers scare as No.1 pick Lalor hurt in practice match

By AAP Newswire

Feb 17, 2025

Richmond's No.1 draft pick Sam Lalor has been forced off the field after a nasty collision in the dying stages of the AFL pre-season hit-out against West Coast.

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Lalor appeared to hit his head and neck when he was pushed into Eagles trialist Sandy Brock in a marking contest.

The 18-year-old was assessed by medical staff as he lay on the ground for about one minute before walking off the field.

Earlier, Lalor kicked the Tigers' first goal with a set shot in an even first period of three played at Mineral Resources Park in Perth on Monday.

But it was all West Coast after that as Tyler Brockman booted three majors in a comfortable 10.2 (62) to 4.2 (26) victory for the home side.

Tyrell Dewar almost pulled in a spectacular mark on an opponent's shoulders and provided a highlight with a superb goal on the run from 50 metres.

Former Carlton forward Matt Owies kicked his first goal for West Coast, while former Tigers Jack Graham and Liam Baker also lined up in Eagles colours for the first time.

West Coast captain Oscar Allen finished with two goals, as did Lalor for Richmond.Â

By AAP Newswire

Australian Associated Press