Jake Melksham, a seasoned Australian rules footballer, has left an indelible mark on the field with his versatile skills and dedication to the game. Hailing from Glenroy, Victoria, Melksham's football journey began at a young age when he showcased his talent with the Calder Cannons' under 18 team in the TAC Cup. Known for his prowess as a midfielder, standing tall at 1.86 meters and weighing 83 kilograms, Melksham's ability to seamlessly transition into a defender, particularly as a half-back flanker, sets him apart on the field. His early achievements include clinching a premiership with the Calder Cannons and earning accolades such as state representation and the TAC Medal for his exceptional performance in the TAC Cup Grand Final. Melksham's professional career took off when he was drafted by the Essendon Football Club in 2009, marking the beginning of a successful journey in the AFL. Making his debut in the 2010 season, he quickly caught the eye of fans and critics alike, earning an AFL Rising Star nomination. Over six seasons with Essendon, Melksham's standout performances culminated in a fifth-place finish in the club's best and fairest awards. In 2015, Melksham made a significant move to the Melbourne Football Club, eager to make his mark with a new team. However, his debut with Melbourne was delayed due to a suspension in the 2016 season related to the Essendon Football Club supplements saga. Despite the setback, Melksham's resilience and determination shone through as he continued to make valuable contributions on the field. Melksham's unwavering commitment to the game and his ability to adapt to different roles make him a formidable force in Australian football. With a wealth of experience and a proven track record of success, Jake Melksham remains a key player to watch in the AFL.
Played In
13
-
410
26
50%
25
25
52%
-
-
Goals
20
1.5
78
81
25%
6
38
53%
321
6%
Behinds
11
0.8
104
44
25%
6
34
32%
222
5%
Assists
5
0.4
264
41
12%
15
26
19%
221
2%
Disposals
103
7.9
474
707
15%
27
695
15%
9181
1%
Kicks
84
6.5
419
470
18%
24
351
24%
5358
2%
Handballs
19
1.5
549
400
5%
31
344
6%
3823
0%
Marks
50
3.8
349
208
24%
21
129
39%
2091
2%
Tackles
20
1.5
438
190
11%
26
142
14%
1530
1%
Hitouts
0
-
-
888
-
-
565
0%
1021
0%
Clearances
0
-
-
207
-
-
149
0%
946
0%
Frees For
7
0.5
395
44
16%
25
36
19%
460
2%
Frees Against
8
0.6
387
46
17%
21
29
28%
415
2%
Behinds
Total
123
Avg
0.6
Assists
Total
132
Avg
0.6
Disposals
Total
2982
Avg
14.4
Handballs
Total
1075
Avg
5.2
Kicks% - Handballs%
Total
64% - 36%
Tackles
Total
460
Avg
2.2
Clearances
Total
328
Avg
1.6
Frees For
Total
124
Avg
0.6
Frees Against
Total
214
Avg
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Here is the comprehensive section on Total Statistics Against Opponents.
This detailed segment provides an in-depth look at Jake Melksham' 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.
Here is the comprehensive section on Average Statistics Against Opponents.
This detailed segment provides an in-depth look at Jake Melksham' 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.
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.
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 Jake Melksham in the context of their team and the league as a whole.
