Jacob Newton
| Jacob Newton | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal information | |||
| Born | 20 March 2006 | ||
| Original team | Norwood | ||
| Draft | No. 9, 2025 mid-season rookie draft | ||
| Debut | Round 23, 2025, West Coast vs. Western Bulldogs, at Marvel Stadium | ||
| Height | 178 cm (5 ft 10 in) | ||
| Position | Forward | ||
| Club information | |||
| Current club | West Coast | ||
| Number | 46 | ||
| Playing career1 | |||
| Years | Club | Games (Goals) | |
| 2025– | West Coast | 2 (1) | |
|
1 Playing statistics correct to the end of 2025. | |||
| Sources: AFL Tables, AustralianFootball.com | |||
Jacob Newton (born 20 March 2006) is an Australian rules footballer who plays for the West Coast Eagles in the Australian Football League (AFL).
Junior and SANFL career
Newton played for Norwood in the SANFL under 18s.[1] He also represented South Australia in the AFL U18 Championships, averaging 11.5 disposals and 1.5 goals a game.[2]
After going undrafted in the 2024 AFL draft Newton signed with Norwood in the SANFL.[3] He kicked 7 goals in 4 games.[4]
AFL career
Newton was selected by West Coast with pick 9 of the 2025 mid-season rookie draft.[5] He made his debut in round 23 of the 2025 AFL season.[6]
References
- ^ "Get to know Norwood U18 Jacob Newton". norwoodfc.com.au. Retrieved 22 August 2025.
- ^ "Jacob Newton". Rookie Me Central. Retrieved 22 August 2025.
- ^ "Jacob Newton commits to Norwood". norwoodfc.com.au. Retrieved 22 August 2025.
- ^ "Jacob Newton". sanfl.com.au. Retrieved 22 August 2025.
- ^ "Newton a new Eagle!". westcoasteagles.com.au. Retrieved 22 August 2025.
- ^ "Newton to soar in AFL debut". westcoasteagles.com.au. Retrieved 22 August 2025.
External links
- Jacob Newton's profile on the official website of the West Coast Eagles
- Jacob Newton at AustralianFootball.com
- Jacob Newton's playing statistics from AFL Tables