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Polkinghorne enjoyed a successful first season in the Hoops, proving to be a reliable scoring threat and finishing as Geelong's leading goal-kicker in the VFL. 

In 17 games, the 2024 draftee kicked 31 goals and his consistency was a feature, hitting the scoreboard in all bar one game. 

Polkinghorne was able to kick two bags of four goals, coming in Round 15 against Richmond and the final game of the season in Sydney. 

With an impressive debut campaign under his belt, watch for Polkinghorne to take the next step in his development during the 2026 season. 

Jay Polkinghorne

Polkinghorne enjoyed a successful first season in the Hoops, proving to be a reliable scoring threat and finishing as Geelong's leading goal-kicker in the VFL. 

In 17 games, the 2024 draftee kicked 31 goals and his consistency was a feature, hitting the scoreboard in all bar one game. 

Polkinghorne was able to kick two bags of four goals, coming in Round 15 against Richmond and the final game of the season in Sydney. 

With an impressive debut campaign under his belt, watch for Polkinghorne to take the next step in his development during the 2026 season. 

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