We’re very happy to welcome Fletcher Roberts to Mulgrave for the 2023 season.

A 196cm key position player, Fletch played 51 senior games for the Western Bulldogs between 2013 and 2019. His career highlight undoubtedly came in 2016 when he played a key role in the finals, helping shut down potent opposition forward lines as the Dogs claimed their first senior premiership in 62 years.

Fletch also has extensive VFL experience with 127 games with Williamstown, the Bulldogs and most recently at Port Melbourne, where he spent the 2021 and 2022 seasons.

Off the field, Fletch holds degrees in Business and Psychology and has undertaken player welfare and youth development roles at both Port Melbourne and Ladder, the AFLPA’s official charity.

As a club we’ve pursued experienced recruits that can not only contribute as players, but also assist with the development and support of our young playing squad. Fletch fits the bill perfectly.

“I decided to step away from VFL footy and I probably had a few options… Mulgrave stood out and I’m very happy to be on board,” said Fletch.

“I know a couple of the boys and it hasn’t been an easy period for the club with COVID and then the building redevelopment, so it makes this a really exciting time to get involved now that things are rolling.

“The list is very young and talented so hopefully some of my experience comes in handy. I really look forward to working with the young guys and the Under 19s coming through. It’ll be great to play with Lin again too.”

Welcome to Garnett Road, Fletch!