#23

Ben McKay

Defender
2024
Essendon Bombers
2019 - 2023
North Melbourne Kangaroos
2017
North Melbourne Kangaroos
Ben McKay, a towering figure at 202 cm (6 ft 8 in) and weighing in at 104 kg (229 lb), is a formidable defender in the Australian Football League (AFL). Born on December 24, 1997, in Torquay, McKay has made a name for himself through his exceptional skills on the field. Having started his career with the Gippsland Power in the TAC Cup, McKay was drafted by the North Melbourne Football Club as the 21st pick in the 2015 national draft. He made his AFL debut in Round 23 of the 2017 season, showcasing his talent and determination. Throughout his time at North Melbourne, McKay established himself as a reliable and resilient player, known for his strong defensive capabilities and ability to read the game effectively. His transition to the Essendon Football Club in 2024 marked a new chapter in his career, where he continues to impress fans and critics alike with his consistent performances. Wearing the number 32 jersey, McKay brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the Essendon team, contributing to their defensive strength and overall success on the field. As he continues to hone his skills and make his mark in the AFL, Ben McKay remains a key player to watch for his tenacity, skill, and dedication to the game.

Season Stats:

2024 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 2017
Total
Avg
# AFL
AFL Leader
Bombers
Max
%
#
Max
%
Sum
% Sum
Played In
8
-
1
8
100%
1
8
100%
-
-
Goals
0
-
-
25
-
-
20
0%
96
0%
Behinds
0
-
-
17
-
-
12
0%
66
0%
Assists
0
-
-
13
-
-
9
0%
74
0%
Disposals
108
13.5
196
266
41%
13
250
43%
3014
4%
Kicks
54
6.8
265
168
32%
16
168
32%
1750
3%
Handballs
54
6.8
106
143
38%
10
111
49%
1264
4%
Marks
45
5.6
55
69
65%
3
54
83%
736
6%
Tackles
16
2
214
65
25%
13
45
36%
482
3%
Hitouts
4
0.5
68
316
1%
4
188
2%
310
1%
Clearances
0
-
-
68
-
-
42
0%
308
0%
Frees For
5
0.6
193
27
19%
12
15
33%
150
3%
Frees Against
6
0.8
143
19
32%
8
10
60%
122
5%
Total
Avg
# AFL
Max
%
#
Max
%
Sum
% Sum
AFL Leader
Bombers

All Season Stats (2017, 2019-2023, 2024)

Games Played
Total 79
Goals
Total 1
Avg 0
Behinds
Total 1
Avg 0
Assists
Total 1
Avg 0
Disposals
Total 821
Avg 10.4
Kicks
Total 447
Avg 5.7
Handballs
Total 374
Avg 4.7
Kicks% - Handballs%
Total 54% - 46%
Marks
Total 382
Avg 4.8
Tackles
Total 105
Avg 1.3
Hitouts
Total 9
Avg 0.1
Clearances
Total 11
Avg 0.1
Frees For
Total 45
Avg 0.6
Frees Against
Total 53
Avg 0.7

Ben McKay - Career Statistics - Total (since 2011)

Ben McKay - Career Statistics - Average (since 2011)

Ben McKay - Opponent - Total (since 2011)

Here is the comprehensive section on Total Statistics Against Opponents. This detailed segment provides an in-depth look at Ben McKay' performances, encapsulating their wins, losses, and games played. Additionally, it meticulously documents key metrics such as Disposals, Kicks, Handballs, Marks, Goals, Behinds, Tackles, Hitouts, Clearances, Frees For, and Frees Against.

Ben McKay - Opponent - Average (since 2011)

Here is the comprehensive section on Average Statistics Against Opponents. This detailed segment provides an in-depth look at Ben McKay' performances, encapsulating their wins, losses, and games played. Additionally, it meticulously documents key metrics such as Disposals, Kicks, Handballs, Marks, Goals, Behinds, Tackles, Hitouts, Clearances, Frees For, and Frees Against.

Ben McKay - Games Log

Here you'll find a detailed player performance game log across various seasons, opponents, and rounds. This section is designed with precision, allowing for sorting and deep dives into key statistics like Disposals, Kicks, Handballs, Marks, Goals, Behinds, Tackles, Hitouts, Clearances, Frees For, and Frees Against for each game.

Ben McKay - Statistical Charts By Round

This section is specifically designed to offer an in-depth look at player performances across various key metrics such as Disposals, Kicks, Handballs, Marks, Goals, Behinds, Tackles, Hitouts, Clearances, Frees For, and Frees Against. Here, you will find meticulously compiled charts that not only highlight individual player statistics for each round of the AFL season but also compare these figures against the round leaders and team leaders in each respective category. This comprehensive analysis allows you to gauge the performance of Ben McKay in the context of their team and the league as a whole.