Richmond VFL has confirmed its playing list ahead of the 2025 Smithy’s VFL premiership season.
The 34-man squad includes 16 new faces, including former North Melbourne and Coburg half-back Tom McKenzie and former Sydney VFL forward Phil Moimoi.
The list features a wealth of promising young talent led by Lachlan Street entering his fourth consecutive season as skipper at the club, as well as Joel Garner and Mutaz El Nour, who will once again support Street as vice-captains this year. Rounding out the leadership group for 2025 is Nicholas Girolami and Liam George.
Richmond’s VFL side will feature three train-on players, Sam Frangalas, George Delimitrou and Hugh White.
See the 2025 Richmond VFL squad.
51 Austin Johnson
26-Dec-2001 (23 years old), 4th year in program, wing/half back, 182cm
Local club - Cheltenham (Southern FNL)
Austin has played 44 games of VFL, predominantly on a wing, and has this role down to a fine art. He’s a strong overall footballer, endurance runner and all-round athlete. His compliance in the wing position helps us win games and is a strong contest player, sharp decision maker and kicks the ball very well.
52 Mohammed Yassine
29-Aug-2003 (21 years old), 4th year in program, half forward/wing, 177cm
Local club - Pascoe Vale (Essendon District FL)
Started as a train on in his first year and has progressed over time into one of our more dangerous and impactful half forward options. Speed is his best attribute and his work rate is excellent. Good user of the ball and kicks goals.
53 Joel Garner
12-May-1999 (25 years old), 2nd year in program, half back/inside mid, 184cm
Local club - Wandin (Outer East FL)
Been super for us since joining. Works full time in our AFL program as an Indigenous Player Development Manager. Drafted to Port Adelaide from the talent pathway, so has top level experience, and is a great connector between AFL and VFL for us. He’s our enforcer - super physical and throws his weight around.
54 Tom McCarthy
12-Jul-2000 (24 years old), 2nd year in program, half back/inside mid, 189cm
Local club - Dingley (Southern FL)
Tom impressed in his first year, playing 15 games. A composed and balanced player, he has great footy smarts, clean ball handling, and deceptive speed. His leadership will be key this year.
55 Lachlan Street
25-Jun-1998 (26 years old), 7th year in program, inside mid/half back, 191cm
Local club - Frankston YCW (Mornington Peninsula Nepean FL)
It’s his 7th year in the program - his fourth as skipper. Suffered a heartbreaking ACL this year after previously being incredibly durable. Has always been a mid but moved to the backline last year and had a significant impact. He’s a big bodied utility that reads the game well and naturally finds the footy, and is a natural connector of people and relationship builder. So passionate about the club and a terrific leader.
56 Lachlan Wilson
22-Oct-1998 (26 years old), 2nd year in program, inside mid/half forward, 172cm
Local club - Heidelberg (Northern FNL)
Lachlan is a local footy star who took his VFL chance and won our Best & Fairest in his first season. He’s a tough, smart contest-to-contest midfielder with elite awareness and decision-making.
57 Mutaz El Nour
14-Aug-2001 (23 years old), 3rd year in program, hybrid defender, 192cm
Local club - Deer Park (Essendon District FL)
One of our vice-captains, Mutaz is a defensive general. He reads the game superbly, is highly competitive, and sets up play from the back. Injuries have held him back, but he remains a key player. He is also involved at the Bachar Houli Foundation as a Victorian Programs Coordinator.
58 Phillip Moimoi
18-Jun-2000 (24 years old), 2nd year in program, half forward, 181cm
Local club - Newport (Western Region FL)
Has moved back to Melbourne after 10 games in 2024 with Sydney VFL. Originally an NGA player with us, Phillip is strong, fast, and powerful with AFL-level traits.
59 Nicholas Girolami
23-Jul-2002 (24 years old), 2nd year in program, hybrid defender, 191cm
Local club - Mt Eliza (Mornington Peninsula Nepean FL)
Part of the leadership group this year. Went down with a very innocuous foot stress fracture in Round 2 that wiped him out for most of the year. He returned in time to play in the Mt Eliza flag. Those high hopes will continue with us next year with a clean bill of health. He is an athletic specimen at 191cm, but can run, is strong and has power.
60 Tom McKenzie
23-Jul-2000 (24 years old), 1st year in program, half back/wing, 184cm
Local club - Old Ivanhoe (VAFA)
A former North Melbourne draftee with 40 games of VFL experience, Tom is a strong ball user and brings speed and outside run. Excited for a fresh start with us. He is the brother of AFLW midfielder Ellie.
61 O’Neill Moncrieff
4-Feb-2002 (21 years old), 2nd year in program, inside mid/half forward, 179cm
Local club - Parkside (WRFL)
A relentless competitor with a strong work rate and contested ball-winning ability. Determined to make an impact at VFL level.
62 Nick Guiney
18-Jan-2002 (22 years old), 4th year in program, half back/wing/inside mid, 187cm
Local club - Old Xaverians (VAFA)
A versatile and athletic player, Nick has grown into a leader within the side. He offers flexibility across multiple positions and is a valuable contributor to the team.
63 Nicholas Collier
29-Apr-2004 (20 years old), 2nd year in program, half back/half forward, 176cm
Local club - Dromana (Mornington Peninsula Nepean FL)
A relentless runner with elite endurance, Nicholas was a key part of our structure last year. His fitness and work ethic make him a vital role player.
64 Jed Feneley
17-Jan-2002 (22 years old), 2nd year in program, hybrid defender, 189cm
Local club - Old Xaverians (VAFA)
A highly athletic defender with the ability to play on both tall and small forwards. His confidence and ability to impact games will be key this year.
65 Max Clohesy
12-Feb-2004 (20 years old), 2nd year in program, half back/inside mid, 180cm
Local club - Shepparton Swans (GVFL)
Returning after a year in local footy off the back of his debut season with us in 2023 where he played seven games. Max possesses speed, power, and clean ball handling. He’s determined to make his mark in the VFL.
66 Sam Flockart
31-Oct-2003 (21 years old), 1st year in program, ruck/wing/key def/key fwd, 196cm
Local club - Old Brighton (VAFA)
A highly mobile ruckman with great endurance and ball-handling skills. With the ability to play multiple positions, Sam has strong upside and flexibility.
67 Liam George
5-Oct-2005 (19 years old), 2nd year in program, half forward/wing, 182cm
Local club - Mooroolbark (Eastern FNL)
Liam had a standout debut season, showing high football IQ and versatility across multiple positions, and has been rewarded by being included in the leadership group this year.
68 Sam Toner
23-10-2005, (19 years old), 1st year in program, forward, 184cm
Local club - Narre Warren
A natural goal kicker who burst onto the scene after dominating local footy, Toner made an immediate impact in the Coates Talent League. His speed, energy, and vertical leap make him a dangerous forward option.
69 Seth Macdonald
14-09-2006 (18 years old), 1st year in program, utility, 189cm
Local club - Rowville
A rangy utility from the Eastern Ranges. He's played in a variety of positions across his two years at the Ranges, predominately on the outside. He has been at his most impactful as a dangerous forward.
70 Will Bravo
6-May-2002 (22 years old), 4th year in program, inside mid/half forward/wing, 183cm
Local club - Mt Eliza (Mornington Peninsula Nepean FL)
Will was primed for a breakout season before a serious knee injury in 2024. He brings speed, power, and strength to the contest and is eager to make his comeback.
71 Kai Daniels
(23 years old), 1st year in program, key position, 193cm
Local club - Golden Square (Bendigo league)
An exciting key position prospect, we’re excited to have Kai join us for 2025. Returning to football last year in the Bendigo league, Daniels immediately impressed with his athleticism.
72 Reuben Hanson
7-Apr-2004 (20 years old), 1st year in program, key def/ruck/key fwd, 195cm
Local club - Karingal (MPNFL)
A strong athlete with elite endurance and leaping ability, he has the physical tools to be an impactful key position player
73 Tom Ferguson
29-Mar-2004 (20 years old), 1st year in program, half back/wing/half forward, 180cm
Local club - St Kevins Old Boys (VAFA)
Returning from senior football in Queensland, Tom is a speedy, agile player with excellent ball use. Provides outside run and an attacking mindset.
74 Harry Scott
24-Jan-2005 (19 years old), 2nd year in program, inside mid/half forward, 186cm
Local club - Old Scotch (VAFA)
Harry had a standout debut VFL season, playing eight games before a broken wrist ended his year. A strong-bodied midfielder with clean hands, great vision, and strong marking ability, he impacts both in the midfield and forward. Hard-working and is eager to develop further.
76 Sean Lai
2nd year in program, wing/half forward/half back, 183cm
Local club - Cheltenham (SFNL)
Sean is athletic with a strong upside. Hailing from Cheltenham, he is a damaging left-foot kick off half-back.
77 Massimo Raso
21-Apr-2006 (18 years old), 1st year in program, half forward, 171cm
Local club - Deer Park (WRFL)
Mass has had a strong couple of years at the Western Jets as an inside mid/half forward. He is very smart and very clean at ground level. He’s also got speed and agility and is balanced with ball in hand.
78 Pala Kuma
1-Oct-2005 (19 years old), 2nd year in program, half back/half forward, 183cm
Local club - Eaglehawk (Bendigo FNL)
Pala didn’t play a game for us in 2024 due to a knee injury. He played a practice game earlier in the year at half back but as the year progressed we saw scope for him as a pressure forward. He’s of Tongan descent and is big and strong with power, speed and agility.
79 Joshua Pollocks
10-Dec-2002 (22 years old), 2nd year in program, hybrid defender/medium forward, 187cm
Local club - Balwyn (Eastern FNL)
Josh impressed in his debut year, transitioning from defense to an undersized key forward. A strong aerial player with excellent craft, he provides crucial versatility.
80 Jhett Haeata
25-10-2006 (18 years old), 1st year in program, utility, 185cm
Local club - Sandringham Dragons
A dynamic player and exciting prospect with elite speed and agility. Thrived in multiple roles, including midfield, wing, and half-back, showcasing his ability to burst forward and create scoring opportunities. He will mix his time with the Sandringham Dragons this year.
81 Sam Phillips
3-Feb-2005 (19 years old), 1st year in program, half back/wing, 185cm
Local club - Old Trinity (VAFA)
An outside player with strong running ability and an elite penetrating kick. A former Oakleigh Charger eager to establish himself in the VFL.
82 Zane Greenham
7-Apr-2004 (20 years old), 1st year in program, half forward, 175cm
Local club - St Kevins Old Boys (VAFA)
A high-intensity pressure forward with strong tackling and goal sense. Brings relentless energy and competitiveness to the team.
Train-ons
George Delimitrou
28-Apr-2004 (20 years old), 1st year in program, half back/wing/half forward, 182cm
Local club - St Kevins Old Boys (VAFA)
A former St. Kevins Old Boys U19s captain and Grand Final Best on Ground winner, George is a smooth-moving outside player with elite run and carry. A classy ball user with strong decision-making skills.
Sam Frangalas
20-Apr-2005 (19 years old), 2nd year in program, half forward/inside mid, 187cm
Local club - Berwick (Eastern FNL)
An explosive athlete with speed, power, and aggression. He is the son of former Tiger Gary Frangalas, and has great potential.
Hugh White
26-Aug-2006 (18 years old), 1st year in program, inside mid/half forward, 183cm
Local club - Doncaster East
Hugh is tough in the contest, and for this season, he’ll feature for the Northern Knights as a 19-year-old and train with us too.
