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Keeley Kustermann (born 17 April 2004) is an Australian rules footballer who plays for the Adelaide Football Club in the AFL Women's (AFLW). A versatile utility, she was recruited from West Adelaide Football Club in the SANFL Women's League and was selected by Adelaide with pick No. 40 in the 2022 AFL Women's draft.
| Keeley Kustermann | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal information | |||
| Full name | Keeley Kustermann | ||
| Born | 17 April 2004 | ||
| Original team | West Adelaide (SANFLW) | ||
| Draft | No. 40, 2022 AFL Women's draft | ||
| Debut | Round 7, 2022 (S7), Adelaide vs. Fremantle, at Unley Oval | ||
| Height | 166 cm (5 ft 5 in) | ||
| Position | Utility (half-back / wing / midfield) | ||
| Club information | |||
| Current club | Adelaide | ||
| Number | 7 | ||
| Playing career1 | |||
| Years | Club | Games (Goals) | |
| 2022– | Adelaide | 14 (2) | |
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1 Playing statistics correct to the end of end of 2024 season. | |||
| Source: AustralianFootball.com | |||
Early life and junior career
editKustermann grew up in South Australia and displayed notable athleticism as an 800-metre runner before focusing on football.[1] She began playing Aussie rules at Mitchell Park Football Club and progressed through the Goodwood Saints Football Club in the Adelaide Footy League. She eventually played for West Adelaide in the SANFLW.[2]
Kustermann debuted in the SANFL Women's League as a teenager, initially playing off half-back before adding midfield roles to her game. She was known for her “clean by hand” play, strong decision-making, and versatility.[3]
In 2022, Kustermann captained South Australia’s under-18 team to an unbeaten haul in the AFLW Under-18 Championships, earning a place in the All-Australian side.[2] She also featured strongly in the SANFLW for West Adelaide and earned selection in the SANFLW Team of the Year.[1]
AFLW career
editAdelaide selected Kustermann with pick No. 40 in the 2022 draft.[1] She made her AFLW debut for the Crows in round 7 of season 7, and by the end of the 2024 season had accumulated 12 AFLW matches.[4]
Playing style
editKustermann used to run the 800 meters at the state level, so she has endurance and athleticism. She can play halfback, winger, or midfielder and is known for her "penetrating kick," ability to play in different positions, and ability to use the ball under pressure. [2]
Personal life
editKustermann is the youngest of four siblings and enjoys holidaying at Marion Bay, South Australia. She is a long-distance running enthusiast and said her dream job would be to be a firefighter. [5]
See also
editReferences
edit- 1 2 3 "AFLW: Pick No.40 – Keeley Kustermann". AFC.com.au. 2022. Retrieved 10 August 2025.
- 1 2 3 "Power move: SA skipper excited for draft possibilities". AFL.com.au. 21 June 2022. Retrieved 10 August 2025.
- ↑ "2022 SANFLW Player Focus: Keeley Kustermann". Rookie Me Central. 4 May 2022. Retrieved 10 August 2025.
- ↑ "Keeley Kustermann – AFLW Player Profile". AFC.com.au. Retrieved 10 August 2025.
- ↑ "AFLW: Get to know Keeley Kustermann". AFC.com.au. 5 July 2022. Retrieved 10 August 2025.
External links
edit- Keeley Kustermann's profile on the official website of the Adelaide Football Club
- Keeley Kustermann at AustralianFootball.com
