Lachlan Carmichael Biography

Lachie Carmichael suffers a syndesmosis injury. The 18-year-old will be sidelined for the next five weeks after suffering the ankle sprain at the Mission Whitten Oval.

Western Bulldogs select Lachlan Carmichael with pick No.21 in the 2025 National Draft.

Draft Profile: A composed interceptor across half back who can also push into the midfield, Carmichael is strong overhead for his size, prolific in winning the ball, creative with his decision making and an excellent distributor. Has been a standout player at underaged level and won All Australian honours and the Sydney Swans Academy's MVP award at the U16 National Championships in 2023. This year he continued his great form at under 18s level, averaging 26.6 disposals in five matches for the Swans in the Coates Talent League before winning the Allies' MVP award and All Australian honours after averaging 24.8 disposals at 81.8 percent efficiency, five marks and 3.8 tackles at the National Championships. A member of both the Marsh AFL National Academy and the Sydney Swans Academy who is eligible to join the Swans via the AFL's Northern Academy rules.