DOB: 8 March 2004
From: Wesley College/Oakeigh Chargers, 2022 National Draft selection #15
First game: Round 1, 2025 against Greater Western Sydney at MCG
Number: 21 (2023-2024 list, 2025-)
Games: 0*
Goals: 0*
Career statistics
Mobile key position forward selected with Melbourne's first pick in the 2022 National Draft, selected after a season where he kicked seven goals in a state game against Western Australia. During a first season of development with Casey Demons, Jefferson signed a two year contract extension to remain at the club until 2026. He spent another year with Casey in 2024, and was named Melbourne's best VFL player. Jefferson debuted in Round 1, 2025 goalling with his first kick after 16 seconds, the fastest first kick/goal on record.
Lists
First player drafted
Goal with their first kick
Media
melbournefc.com.au - 25/07/2023
Links
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Draftguru profile
RookieMe profile