The first day of the month means Craft of the Draft's latest power rankings have dropped.
The list is headlined by a big riser in the top 10 and five changes to May's 30. Club-tied duo Cody Walker and Dougie Cochrane still occupy the top two spots, while there are a further three club-tied prospects in the top 30.
With many players currently taking part in schoolboy footy, the quality of talent pathways footy around the country has been diluted, but the cream of the crop has still risen to the top.
Trial matches in South Australia and Western Australia in May have lifted the stocks of several players, which is reflected by greater representation of those states in this ranking.
The top half of the rankings have remained largely unchanged, save for some minor shuffling, while several new names have been included in the later sections of the top 30.
Albert MacGowan was the most difficult name to leave out, but has been usurped by players who have performed at a higher level than the APS competition he is currently playing in. His Vic Metro teammates Sam Gayfer and Seb Marsic were also around the mark - the latter currently sidelined with an ankle injury.
Sam Tassone looks set for a big Under-18s National Championships and was unlucky to just drop out, while Croweaters teammate Harry Franz is also right there.
6. 30-26
30) Hugh McCallum (Tasmania Devils)
Had established himself as Tasmania's clear standout talent in the 2026 crop before an ACL rupture a fortnight ago, as revealed by this masthead on the weekend. Naturally a midfielder, he adapted well to the wing role where his disciplined running patterns have underscored his understanding of the role. A neat user who works hard to help out defensively and surges the ball forward with intent, his game is underpinned by a strong athletic profile. Despite the injury, widespread expectation is he has done enough to get drafted.
29) Wil Antrobus (Dandenong Stingrays)
Hasn't received the external plaudits of many on this list but has plenty of admirers in the industry as a balanced half-back with a lethal left foot. He's calm under pressure and sets the game up with his vision and decision-making, and gets high up the ground to launch dangerous forward thrusts. Also has clean hands at ground level and good strength which makes him hard to beat one-on-one.
28) Jackson Phillips (Dandenong Stingrays)
Phillips' ability to work hard both ways is what stands out and enables him to influence the game. Has been given some exposure on the wing after starting the season as an inside midfielder which proved his strong aerobic base and clean fundamentals under pressure. His running patterns, ability to link up in possession chains and hit the scoreboard are all features of his game.
27) Xavier Ladbrook (Gippsland Power)
A raw tall who showed his capability in defence in the AFL Academy series, Ladbrook has spent time forward in recent weeks. His marking, athleticism and ball use are employable traits across any line, but he looks most natural as a defender where he can read the ball, impact in the air and open the game up with his kicking. Vic Country's squad is light on for key forwards so he may play there at the Under-18s National Championships, but defence looks his spot at the next level.
26) Jordan Knapp (Eastern Ranges)
Continues to produce at a high standard with a minimum of fuss or fanfare. A one-touch midfielder who has a knack of getting his hands on the footy at stoppages and is compliant to role, the gap between Knapp's best and worst games are smaller than just about anyone. In a typically midfield-heavy Vic Metro squad, he is one who may be pushed out onto a wing or half-back position, which will provide an insight into his versatility. Has the skills and footy nous to impact at a high level wherever he plays.
