Champion is small forward whose dazzling speed, agility and natural energy translated into an exciting introduction to AFL football in 2025. After joining West Coast as a Category B rookie through the club’s Next Generation Academy, Champion impressed with his work rate and pressure at WAFL level before earning a mid season debut. His elevation came on the back of consistent performances and significant improvement throughout the year, culminating in two senior appearances where he showed glimpses of the spark and creativity he brings inside forward 50. A Kalgoorlie product who first made an impact with Subiaco, Champion continued to demonstrate the traits that made him a highly regarded academy prospect - clean hands, quick acceleration and a zest for the contest, laying the foundations for further growth as he eyes more AFL opportunities in 2026. At a Glance: Junior Clubs: Mines Rovers. Debut: Round 17, 2025. Recruited from: Subiaco (WAFL). Brownlow votes: 0.
