Crows sign GWS defender Curtly Hampton
Adelaide has signed Greater Western Sydney defender Curtly Hampton in exchange for the Crows’ 2016 second-round pick.
Hampton, 22, has played 51 games for the GWS, mostly as a dashing defender.
The 186cm, 88kg, player has a strong connection with Adelaide and has revealed he was a Crows fan before he started his AFL career.
The Northern Territorian was a boarder at Adelaide’s Immanuel College as a student.
“I was a Crows fan as a kid, so I’m really excited to be here,” Hampton said.
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“I was at the Giants for five years and made a lot of good mates, but I thought it was best for me and my footy that I made the change.
“I really want to come in and cement my place at the club with hard work. I’ll get to know all the boys and build relationships with them and the coaches. I can’t wait to get started in pre-season.”
Crows head of football David Noble said Hampton provided the Crows with flexibility.
“We’ve seen glimpses of what he can do at AFL level and it’s really exciting. We think Curtly gives us some flexibility at half-back or half-forward, and can also play wing/midfield.
“We’re looking forward to seeing what he can do with a big pre-season under his belt. Hopefully, he can help provide a bit of the outside run and speed we’ve been looking for.”
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