They're two of our favourite blondes to ever 'Don the Sash' but how do these two stack up against each other? 

Dyson Heppell was recruited to the Bombers during 2010 draft, where he was taken with the Club's first round pick. His debut year in 2011 was one to remember, with the talented midfielder making his debut in round 1 against the Western Bulldogs. 

Heppell would not miss a game for the entire season, quickly becoming an important cog in the team's midfield group. 

Even without his now trademark dreadlocks, a teenage Heppell was hard to ignore on the field. Courageous, tenacious and a clean user of the ball - his hard work would be rewarded when he collected the 'NAB Rising Star' Award at the end of the season. 

Darcy Parish has started his debut season with the Bombers in absolute style.

The 18-year old has barely put a foot wrong since making his debut against the Gold Coast Suns in round one. 

He picked up a Rising Star nomination in round two for his performance against the Demons, where the youngster collected 21-disposals, laid eight tackles and kicked the match sealer to help register the Bombers' only win of the season so far. 

A classy inside midfielder, Parish has been a shining light in what has been a tough year for the Club. His dedication to the contest, accurate disposal and willingness to go toe-to-toe with the opposition has seen him quickly become a fan favourite.

 

We've pulled together some of the key stats for both players after their first 12 games of AFL footy.

Now, the choice is yours. Who wins this Don Off? 

 

Darcy Parish

Name

Dyson Heppell

Midfield

Position

Midfield

12

Games

12

Geelong Falcons

Recruited From

Gippsland Power

18

Age

19

181cm

Height

189cm

73kg

Weight

90kg

Round 1, Pick 5

Drafted

Round 1, Pick 8

7.2

AVG Kicks Per Game

11.4

13.9

AVG H’Balls Per Game

9.1

21.1

AVG Disposals Per Game

20.5

8.4

AVG CP Per Game

7

13.2

AVG UCP Per Game

14.1

2.9

AVG Clearances Per Game

1.5

76.3%

AVG Time on Ground

84.3%