Brisbane Lions sign winner of The Recruit Matt Eagles to a rookie contract. 01:05 01:12
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In 2016, Eagles appeared in season two of the reality TV series The Recruit, where he was the eventual winner.
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He was amazing for our NEAFL team last year. AFL.
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He eventually found his way to Queensland where he played for the Yeronga Football Club in the QAFL.Outside of playing football he owned a landscaping business. Telstra TV Box Office
Instagram Matt Eagles, or ‘Eagsy’, is a South Australian born key defender who previously played for the Queensland based Yeronga Football Club in the QAFL.
Matt Eagles has landed a contract at the Brisbane Lions for 2018 after winning his way on to the club's 2017 list via reality television show The tall 27-year-old defender proved he was more than a novelty with an impressive season in the NEAFL that culminated in an outstanding performance in the grand final.In that game Eagles took 11 marks and had the ball in his hands when the siren went to give the Brisbane Lions their third NEAFL premiership.He was among the Lions' best three players as they defeated the Sydney Swans reserves by three points in the grand final.The Lions are understood to have committed to Eagles because they believe he can provide them with height and strength in a number of positions and he is a strong chance to play AFL.Originally from South Australia but working in Queensland, Eagles became the second winner of The Lions delisted five players on Thursday as they continue a restructure of their list under Chris Fagan.The Lions' Recruit Matt Eagles earns a contract for 2018New deal: Matthew Eagles had an impressive season for Brisbane Lions in the NEAFL.
Telstra He played for the Lions in 2017 and has played in two Premiership winning NEAFL teams. Facebook
In 2016, Eagles appeared in the popular TV show ‘The Recruit’ where he was the eventual winner. Youtube Matt Eagles (left) won The Recruit, beating Daniel Cox and Jordan Treloar.
Eagles is originally from South Australia and grew up supporting Port Adelaide.
Matt Eagles, or ‘Eagsy’, is a South Australian born key defender who previously played for the Queensland based Yeronga Football Club in the QAFL. Catchup on all the latest action from The Recruit: Matt Eagles Find out some more about new Lions Recruit, Matt Eagle. Twitter afl.com.au