Nick Larkey

Nick Larkey is an Australian rules footballer known for his consistent goal-kicking and leadership as a key forward for the North Melbourne Football Club. After being drafted by the North Melbourne Football Club with the 73rd overall pick in the 2016 AFL Draft, Nick Larkey went on to make his AFL debut in Round 18 of the 2017 season against Essendon at Docklands Stadium. Following a year in the VFL, Larkey quickly made his mark, winning the VFL’s prestigious Jim ‘Frosty’ Miller Medal as leading goal-kicker in 2018 after an impressive tally of 41 goals in just 17 matches for the North Melbourne reserves team. By 2019, he had established himself as a prominent and consistent key forward in the North Melbourne senior side.

A significant career milestone was achieved in Round 6 of 2024 against Hawthorn, when Larkey celebrated his 100th AFL appearance, a testament to his durability and unwavering presence at the highest level of the sport. As evidenced by his five-year contract extension until 2029 and his elevation to vice-captaincy in 2023, Larkey is not only a prolific goalkicker but also a vital leader within the North Melbourne Football Club. His consistent ability to perform under pressure, secure multiple goalkicking titles for his club, and achieve national recognition with an All-Australian selection makes him an indispensable and highly marketable asset in Australian Rules Football, embodying the core values of professionalism and sustained excellence.