14 Facts About Max Michalanney

Max Michalanney was born on 26 February 2004 and is a professional Australian rules football player who plays for Adelaide Football Club in the Australian Football League.

Michalanney is the son of Jim Michalanney who played 211 games and won 4 premierships with Norwood in the South Australian National Football League.

Max Michalanney previously played junior football for Glenunga Rams and school football for Rostrevor.

Max Michalanney impressed in pre-season, including in a practice match against West Coast during which he limited Liam Ryan to 10 touches.

Max Michalanney played his first game against Greater Western Sydney in Round 1 of the 2023 AFL season.

In Round 4 of 2023, Max Michalanney had a strong defensive showing, collecting 16 disposals, was rewarded with five coach votes, and was praised by former player and coach Nathan Buckley.

In Round 5 of 2023, after a dominant display against Carlton in which he had 10 disposals and 4 marks, Max Michalanney was nominated for the 2023 AFL Rising Star.

Max Michalanney credited his good start to the season to his father's mantra, which may have influenced his signature on a two-year contract during Adelaide's bye round of 2023, securing him at the club until the end of 2026.

Max Michalanney was the recipient of the Mark Bickley Emerging Talent Award in 2023, awarded to Adelaide's highest achieving player under the age of 21.

Max Michalanney spent a small amount of time in Adelaide's midfield when star players were out of form, particularly in round 13 against Richmond.

The move resulted in a career-best 25 disposals and 11 marks, but ultimately Max Michalanney returned down back.

Max Michalanney found himself in strife when he escaped suspension after striking Hawthorn forward Nick Watson.

Max Michalanney's season was rewarded with a nomination in the 22under22 squad, but failed to qualify for the final team.

Max Michalanney finished fourth in the Malcolm Blight Medal in just his second season at AFL level.