Carlton has taken Calder Cannons tall forward Luke Mitchell as its Number 3 pick (selection 42) in the 2010 NAB AFL Draft.   

Luke Mitchell: No 42
Former Club: Calder Cannons / St Bernards
DOB:28/02/1992
Height:198cm
Weight:94kg
Position: Forward

Very tall forward who can earn possessions. He is dangerous around goals and presents well on the lead. Missed the 2010 NAB AFL U18 Championships due to shoulder surgery.

What type of player are you?
Key position player, normally at centre half-forward or full forward.
 
Which AFL player do you feel you resemble, and why?
Jonathan Brown. Strong marking, leading with leadership qualities.
 
What are your strengths as a footballer?
Marking on a lead, decision making, athletic ability, goalkicking.
 
What parts of your game would you like to improve?
Contested marking, agility, leading patterns.
 
Which AFL team do you support and how did you come to barrack for them?
Essendon. Live in the area and my four older brothers barrack for them.
 
Who has been the biggest influence on your career so far, and why?
My father - he taught me all the basics as a junior and continues to teach me.

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