GAMES
2020: 7
Career: 23
BY THE NUMBERS (averages in brackets)
Kicks: 62 (8.9) Handballs: 34 (4.9) Disposals: 96 (13.7) Marks: 31 (4.4) Tackles: 13 (1.9)
OVERVIEW
It was clear for all to see that Kerryn Harrington rose to the new challenge of co-captain in 2020.
After being named as an All Australian in 2019, Harrington only enhanced her reputation as one of the best defenders in the competition this season.
She was the rock at the heart of Carlton’s defence, leading with aplomb and guiding the likes of Mua Laloifi and Charlotte Wilson who enjoyed breakthrough seasons.
"This is another challenge that will make our story so much better when we get to that end goal."
— Carlton Women's (@carltonfc_w) April 2, 2020
Opening up. @kez_harrington reflects on the end to the 2020 season, the immediate reaction and what lies in store for our Game Changers.
That’s not to say Harrington didn’t shine herself, enjoying arguably a career-best season in 2020.
If not for an injury against Melbourne in Round 6, her already-promising numbers would’ve been even more impressive.
A consecutive berth in the All-Australian side went one step closer when she was officially named in the 40-woman squad on Friday. She was also named Women’s Footy’s Defender of the Year.
BEST PERFORMANCE
There were a number of performances where Harrington stood up, but her showing against St Kilda takes the cake.
The defender was unstoppable against the Saints at Ikon Park, clearly producing a best-on-ground performance in the third annual AFLW Carlton Respects game.
"It's so much bigger than you and the game that you're playing in."
— Carlton Women's (@carltonfc_w) March 5, 2020
Growing up, @kez_harrington dreamed of playing in the Navy Blue. As a co-captain and a member of the Club's Community team, she opens up on how much wearing the orange socks means. ??#BoundByBlue
Earlier that week, she spoke of the importance of that particular game to all involved at the Club.
Harrington rose to the occasion, amassing 21 disposals, eight marks and an all-too-prestigious chocolate frog.
SEASON HIGHLIGHT
If you read Katie Loynes’ season review, this highlight would sound familiar.
But it simply couldn’t be overlooked for Harrington.
Both Harrington and Loynes grew up as Carlton supporters, were teammates at Diamond Creek and have been key in establishing the Game Changers as an AFLW force to be reckoned with.
So, when they both emerged from the race as co-captains in Round 1, the smiles on their faces said it all.
A quick message from @kez_harrington and Daisy. ??#StayAtHome pic.twitter.com/lTgoWFDhfR
— Carlton Women's (@carltonfc_w) March 30, 2020
