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By westcoasteagles.com.au
Pick 20: Mia Russo
DOB: 06/08/2007
Height: 165cm
Position: Midfielder
Recruited from: West Perth
Draft bio: Russo is an inside midfielder who is both powerful and competitive and is a stoppage star who can shrug off opponents and exit congestion with ease. She can also push forward and hit the scoreboard, which she did kicking two goals in trying conditions in Western Australia’s thrilling win over Victoria Metro. Russo averaged 19 disposals per game against the National Championships and was rewarded with All Australian selection. She also received that honour at under-16s level in 2023, where she also claimed the Pool A best and fairest. She had an excellent year at senior level with West Perth this year, averaging 20 disposals in eight matches. A member of the Marsh AFL National Academy.
PERTH, AUSTRALIA – JUNE 29: Mia Russo of Western Australia in action during the Marsh AFL National Championships U18 Girls match between Western Australia and South Australia at Revo Fitness Stadium, on June 29, 2025, in Perth, Australia. (Photo by Stefan Gosatti/AFL Photos)