Werribee has had more success with its pre-season trials, signing North Ballarat standout Jack Riding. 

The 22-year-old utility enjoyed a dominant 2022 season capped by selection in the Ballarat Football League Team of the Year after kicking 37 goals in 16 games. 

Riding topped the goal kicking for the Roosters and later added the club’s senior best and fairest award to his list of accolades. 

“Jack was identified by our recruiters and was invited to our trial day at the start of pre-season,” Werribee football manager Mark Micallef said. 

“He really impressed the coaching staff with his application and has quickly adapted to learning our style of play. 

“He’s got a nice left foot, is damaging forward of the play and around goal, but also has the versatility to play a number of positions on the ground.”