";s:4:"text";s:3120:" Brander made his debut in round 13, 2018 against the Sydney Swans at the SCG. Jarrod Brander first came on the scene as an Under 16 footballer, earning a scholarship for schooling at Geelong Grammar. OVERVIEW. West Coast first-round draft pick Jarrod Brander left the field during today’s intraclub match at Lathlain Park with what appears to be a hip injury. Jarrod Brander (DEF/FWD, $354,000) ... Smith Rowell and hanners (who was actually going ok till injury) for me so far, suspect Rowell will be out long term but Smith should be OK pending test. He is a key forward. Jeremy McGovern returns from suspension and then an ankle injury.The Swans have lost two ruckmen from last week, with former Eagle Callum Sinclair joining Sam Naismith on the injured list.The struggling Eagles made four changes for the second straight week, as they seek to end their three-match losing run against Sydney at Metricon Stadium on Saturday.The Swans brought in Lewis Melican, Sam Gray, Colin O’Riordan and Ryan Clarke.Enjoy unlimited access to thewest.com.au and everyday digital editions on any device.Don't miss the latest sports news!Ruckman Tom Hickey was again omitted, while Jarrod Brander (injured) and Will Schofield (suspended) were the others to come out of the side that lost to Port Adelaide by 48 points last weekend. Jarrod Brander ($235,200, DEF/FWD) BE: 13 Ave: 60.3. "I think last year when I played down back I just used my athleticism to get me out of sticky situations.The Bendigo Pioneers product starts his draft season unsure of where the decision-making process is placed, but says he is comfortable whichever way the AFL rules. Brander made his debut in round 13, 2018 against the Sydney Swans at the SCG.. Reply. He is a key forward. Waterman has been brought in to the replace the injured Jarrod Brander (hip), while Allen takes the spot of ruckman Tom Hickey, who has been omitted from the 26-man squad. I thought they were going to make a decision a long time ago but it's drawn out a bit, so we'll see how it goes," Brander said at the NAB AFL Academy's training camp in Florida. Zak Jones comes back in for the injured Dan Hannebery.