The AFL's pre-season schedule has come to a close, with fans of all 18 clubs getting a glimpse of what might be in store this season.

Recruits donned their new colours for the first time to stake their claim for early season selection, with big name movers and draftees all putting their hands up.

We look at how your club's new faces performed in the Community Series and assess their chances of an Opening Round/Round 1 debut.

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GWS

GWS' two draftees had quiet nights after solid first hitouts against Sydney in last week's unofficial scratch match. Cody Angove had just four disposals against the Blues with no scoreboard return, while Oliver Hannaford had just seven disposals for a return of one behind.

Uncapped second-year Giant James Leake was solid after playing nearly three quarters of match time, recording 18 disposals and six clearances. The 19-year-old has yet to debut at AFL level but after the exit James Peatling a position may open up for the youngster, placing him ahead of the club's new recruits.

No Jake Stringer on Friday due to illness, however his Opening Round chances remain intact.

Verdict: A stacked forward line will be tough for Angove and Hannaford to crack, with Stringer ahead of the pack if available.

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