Fresh off his debut for North Melbourne, George Wardlaw has signed a contract extension that ties him to Arden Street until 2026.
Wardlaw was recruited with the Roos’ coveted fourth pick in last year’s draft and signs a two-year extension at the club.
Both Wardlaw and fellow high-profile draftee Harry Sheezel have signed further contract extensions in their first year at North Melbourne.
Roos head of footy talent Brady Rawlings was excited by the youngsters’ decisions to commit longer term.
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“To have Harry and now George, our two top-five selections from last year’s draft, already recommit to the club is a fantastic endorsement of our program,” Rawlings said to the club’s website.
“George was one of highest rated draft prospects last year despite missing most of his top-age season through injury, and it wasn’t hard to see why during his debut on Saturday afternoon with his attack on the ball second to none.
“We feel he is going to be a very special player for us, and we can’t wait to see more of him in the royal blue and white over the next few years.”
Wardlaw enjoyed a strong first performance at North in Round 10 against Sydney, finishing with 16 disposals and nine tackles in the Roos’ heartbreaking loss.