Shaun Grigg

Shaun Grigg (born 19 April 1988) is an Australian rules footballer who plays for the Richmond Football Club in the Australian Football League (AFL). He was drafted by Carlton in the 2006 AFL Draft and played 43 games for them over four seasons before being traded to Richmond during the 2010 Trade Week.

Early life

Grigg grew up in Ballarat and was a good junior tennis player, with his name on the honour board at Ballarat Regional Tennis Centre.

Football career

Prior to AFL selection, Grigg, an undersized ruckman, played with North Ballarat Rebels in the TAC Cup. After being passed over in the 2005 AFL Draft, he was selected in the 2006 AFL National Draft in the second round by Carlton (19th pick overall).

Grigg's development with Carlton's VFL-affiliate, the Northern Bullants, was delayed significantly by a shoulder injury sustained early in the 2007 season. He made his AFL debut against Melbourne in Round 14. Grigg earned a regular position in the Carlton team throughout 2008, and was nominated for the NAB Rising Star award in Round 19.