Lance Franklin

Book excerpt: Lance Franklin: My Football Journey is a stunning celebration and companion to the career of one of Australia’s most revered AFL players, Lance ‘Buddy’ Franklin. Lance Franklin has held AFL fans in awe since his early days in the game – regardless of club allegiance. From his start, picked at no.5 in the 2004 draft by the Hawthorn Hawks, to his 1000th goal and the 2022 Grand Final with the Sydney Swans, this book relives the triumphs of an AFL icon. Featuring awesome sports photography and action shots throughout, this book tells Buddy’s story in his own words with contributions from his teammates, fellow AFL players and coaches. A fully authorised publication, Lance Franklin: My Football Journey is a must have, must give, must read for footy fans everywhere.