Richmond has selected tall forward Harry Armstrong with selection No. 23 overall at tonight’s Telstra AFL Draft.

Armstrong is a highly rated 195cm forward from Sandringham Dragons and Victoria Metro via Ormond.

The left-footer played a starring role at all levels of football this year, booting 60 majors across 19 games.

Armstrong was prolific through the National Championships, booting nine goals across three games, which included a five-goal haul against Vic Country in the title deciding match, cementing his place in the U/18 All Australian team.

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The 18-year-old was also selected in this year’s Coates Talent League team of the year and was seventh in the National Combines agility testing, an outstanding result for a player of his height.

Armstrong kicked four goal hauls in five of his 10 matches for the Dragons this season, including in the Grand Final win against GWV Rebels.

Richmond Recruiting Officer, Sam Cousens said that Armstrong had hit the ground running in 2024 after he missed portions of 2023 through injury.

“Harry is a dynamic player with terrific aerial power,” he added.

“He is a reliable set shot and is a player who has kicked goals everywhere he has played, particularly at Haileybury but also for Sandringham and Vic Metro.

“His hands are elite, and he has stood out to us with his ability to be a dominant forward with his presence, all year. We view Harry as a player with significant upside and we are excited to welcome him and his family to Tigerland.”

Armstrong’s long kicking, burst of speed and strong hands make him a player that can excite the Tiger Army for many years to come.

The key forward will join his Sandringham Dragons teammates Taj Hotton and Luke Trainor at the Club next year, who were selected earlier at pick No. 12 and 21, respectively.