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Team selection: Debutant, key returns boost Bombers for Gather Round
Essendon fans will get a first introduction to Sullivan Robey on Saturday afternoon, the exciting debutant one of four inclusions to take on Melbourne for Gather Round.
The Bombers' defensive unit will be bolstered by Jordan Ridley, with the former Crichton Medallist back in action after a solid buildup via the VFL in his comeback from injury. Midfielder Elijah Tsatas has also earned a recall for his first senior game of 2026 following a 36-disposal, eight-clearance effort against Footscray last week.
After missing last week due to concussion protocols, Nate Caddy is raring to go and has reclaimed his spot in the forward half.
AFL debut: Another young Bomber ready to launch
Essendon on Saturday will unveil its fifth debutant of 2026, with Sullivan Robey to play his first game at the highest level.
Robey joins Jacob Farrow, Dyson Sharp, Max Kondogiannis and Hussien El Achkar from last year's draft class to debut for the Bombers in their first season.
The 18-year-old was selected by Essendon with its first pick, No. 9, after an impressive top-age year in the Coates Talent League for Eastern Ranges, which included a 40-disposal, three-goal domination of the Western Jets in their Wildcard match-up, before a four-goal game in the Grand Final.
"Yeah, it's pretty surreal to be picked up by such an awesome club. It's going to be really exciting for 2026 and I can't wait to crack in," Robey said on draft night last November.
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