Yarrawonga youngster Jack Sexton made a mighty impression in his debut at premier level in the Northern Territory, claiming the round's Rising Star nomination.
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The 19-year-old kicked two goals and was second best in Southern Districts' 12-point loss to the Darwin Buffaloes.
The tenacious midfielder played four division one and an under 18s match in 2019.
And to make his debut in the Top End's elite level even more special, he played alongside younger brother Will.
"Yeah, it's the first time we've played together in senior footy, it was unreal, loved it, every bit of it," he enthused.
It's the first time we've played together in senior footy, it was unreal, loved it, every bit of it.
- Jack Sexton on playing alongside brother Will
Will has returned to Xavier College in Melbourne, while Jack is uncertain if he will play the last three games with Southern Districts due to his building apprenticeship.
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Either way, the teenager says the excitement is building ahead of the O and M season.
"All of us young blokes are (excited), we're learning a lot off blokes like 'Leroy' (former Williamstown VFL star Leigh Masters), 'Horrie's' (coach Mark Whiley), been teaching us, it's been awesome."
