Archie Roberts has been named Essendon’s Liberty Player of the Month for rounds one to five.
The 20-year-old defender has been one of the Don’s most reliable performers, acquiring many accolades in his three years at the Club, including runner up for Best and Fairest at the 2025 Crichton Medal, Most Improved Player and a Rising Star nomination.
Playing a key part in the team's rebound from a tricky start to the team’s season, Roberts’ consistency, assured play and willingness to attack are what make him shine on field, with an average of 30.5 disposals per game at a 76.2 per cent kicking efficiency so far this campaign.
His career-best performance against Melbourne in round five solidified his standing as one of the competition's most exciting young player,s as he accumulated 42 touches off half back and slammed through a massive goal from outside 50 to swing momentum in the Bombers' favour.
Roberts’ season average of 516 meters gained per game has Senior Coach Brad Scott marvelling at his progress.
“He has been terrific,” Scott said.
"His development at the moment is continuing on a pretty steep upward curve."
The impressive youngster continues to be one for the Bomber faithful to watch and is looking to keep up his run of form into a monstrous Anzac Day clash.
