Get to know… Samuel Stubbs

Name: Samuel Stubbs

Nickname/s: Stubbsy, Stubba, SS

What’s a lesson you learnt when playing junior footy that you still use today:

To play the game hard but fair, be loud & demanding when you call for the footy & always have fun.

What 3 people would you invite over for dinner (Dead or Alive):

Kobe Bryant: because id love to hear him talk about his training, the NBA & his motivation. Patty Mills: because he’s an amazing Aboriginal athlete & so connected to his culture. Jonathon Thurston: because he is the GOAT of Rugby League & he’d bring the jokes & have us all laughing.

What sport would you be playing instead of AFL:

NFL or Bull riding

Are you into the podcast trend and if so do you have any recommendations:

No I don’t listen to any but I may be starting my own Podcast soon through my socials so stay tuned.

What motivates you to try harder on the field:

Playing for my family, trying to play my best, representing the Jumper I’m wearing & to play for success.

Why did you Start playing AFL:

I loved the game from as early as I can remember, to have fun & dreamt of playing in the AFL.

If you could live anywhere Else in the world where would it be:

I’m pretty happy living here in Australia, but I’ll say either America for the sport or somewhere like Bora Bora.

What advise would you give to up and coming junior footballer:

Have fun, work hard, always try to improve & chase your dreams.

Does your jumper number have any significance:

Number 23 started off as a number id wear if I couldn’t wear my family number which is 13. But since playing senior footy 23 has just stuck & it’s a good number. A lot of great sportsmen have worn it like Michael Jordan, Andrew McLeod, Lebron James, Buddy Franklin to name a few.

What is your Least Favorite Training drill:

Probably have to say Spew Square, it’s an intense drill but it’s worth doing.