Blake Coleman (footballer)
| Blake Coleman | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal information | |||
| Full name | Blake Coleman | ||
| Date of birth | 6 August 2002 | ||
| Place of birth | Katherine, Northern Territory | ||
| Original team(s) | Morningside (QAFL), Brisbane Lions Academy | ||
| Draft | No. 24, 2020 national draft | ||
| Height | 180 cm (5 ft 11 in) | ||
| Weight | 78 kg (172 lb) | ||
| Position(s) | Forward | ||
| Playing career1 | |||
| Years | Club | Games (Goals) | |
| 2021–2023 | Brisbane Lions | 0 (0) | |
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1 Playing statistics correct to the end of 2023. | |||
| Source: AustralianFootball.com | |||
Blake Coleman (born 6 August 2002) is an Australian rules footballer who was listed with the Brisbane Lions in the Australian Football League (AFL) from 2021 to 2023. He is best known for his time as a small forward in the Lions’ academy and VFL program, and is the younger brother of Brisbane defender Keidean Coleman.
Early life and junior football
Blake Coleman was born in Katherine, Northern Territory, and is of Dalabon and Jawoyn Indigenous heritage.[1] As children, Blake and his brother moved to Brisbane for education and football opportunities.
He played junior football with Morningside in the QAFL and came through the Brisbane Lions Academy, earning recognition for his pace, forward pressure, and high marking ability.[2]
AFL career
Blake Coleman was drafted by the Brisbane Lions with pick 24 in the 2020 AFL National Draft after the club matched a bid from Collingwood.[3]
Although he didn’t make his AFL debut, Coleman played over 50 games in the VFL for Brisbane’s reserves between 2021 and 2023. He kicked 52 goals during this time and was known for his ability to impact the scoreboard as a pressure forward.[4] He was delisted by Brisbane at the conclusion of the 2023 season.
State league career
After leaving the AFL, Coleman signed with Williamstown Football Club for the 2024 VFL season. In 2025, he joined Point Cook Football Club.[5]
Personal life
Blake Coleman is the younger brother of Keidean Coleman, a current Brisbane Lions player. The two brothers are among the few Indigenous siblings to be listed by the same AFL club at the same time.[1]
References
- ^ a b Colasimone, Dan (8 February 2021). "From outback to AFL guernsey: Brothers Keidean and Blake Coleman's journey to the Brisbane Lions". ABC News. Retrieved 13 July 2025.
- ^ "Blake Coleman". Brisbane Lions. Retrieved 13 July 2025.
- ^ "Blake Coleman is a Lion". AFL Queensland. 9 December 2020. Retrieved 13 July 2025.
- ^ "Former Lion finds new club for 2024 season". Zero Hanger. 24 November 2023. Retrieved 13 July 2025.
- ^ "High-Flyer lands at Saltwater in '25". Point Cook Football Club. Retrieved 13 July 2025.
External links
- Blake Coleman's profile on the official website of the Brisbane Lions
- Blake Coleman at AustralianFootball.com