Young North Melbourne defender Ben McKay looks set to be a part of the club’s long-term future after re-signing with the club.
The 21-year-old has extended his deal for two years, taking him through until the end of 2021.
“It’s really exciting. Entering my fourth year now it’s an exciting part of my career and two years is a good deal,” he told nmfc.com.au.
“My first three years were a bit below par, by my standard, not playing as many games as I’d like but in the next three years hopefully I can really make an impact and start showing people what I’m capable of.”
North Melbourne’s backline has one or two slots available and McKay will be looking to lock down a place for himself in 2019.
“I don’t like to put pressure on myself but I’m one of those guys who thinks ahead and I really want to start making an impact at AFL level and it does come down to opportunity, but I’ve got to focus on what I can do and not leaving any stone unturned, taking the game on and not being afraid to make mistakes and going for it.”
McKay has one senior game to his name, coming in the last round of 2017, and he is aiming to add to that.
“When I do get an opportunity I want to grab it with both hands and start repaying the faith. They’ve waited a long time for me to burst on the scene and when I do, hopefully I make an impact and start showing everyone that I’m an AFL player.”
