James Leake

James Leake
Personal information
Full name James Leake
Nicknames Leakey, Mr. Fix It
Born (2005-10-02) 2 October 2005 (age 20)
Launceston, Tasmania
Original team Launceston (TSL)/Tasmania Devils (Talent League)
Draft No. 17, 2023 national draft
Debut Opening Round, 2025, Greater Western Sydney vs. Collingwood, at ENGIE Stadium
Height 188 cm (6 ft 2 in)
Position Defender
Club information
Current club Greater Western Sydney
Number 30
Playing career1
Years Club Games (Goals)
2024– Greater Western Sydney 8 (1)
1 Playing statistics correct to the end of round 12, 2026.
Sources: AFL Tables, AustralianFootball.com

James Leake (born 2 October 2005) is an Australian rules footballer who plays for the Greater Western Sydney Giants in the Australian Football League (AFL).

Early life

Originally from Tasmania, Leake made a strong impression with the Tasmania Devils in the 2023 Coates Talent League. The year prior, at just 16, he claimed a premiership with Launceston in the Tasmanian State League. A standout junior in 2023, he was named an Under-18 All-Australian following the Allies’ championship win. His versatility was a highlight of the season, excelling in both forward and defensive roles. He was recognised as an All-Australian for his efforts in the Allies’ backline, before returning to the forward line for Tasmania, where he finished the season with 15 goals in his final five games.[1]

AFL career

2024

Leake’s 2024 campaign got off to a slow start due to injury, delaying his AFL debut. However, he bounced back strongly in the second half of the year with an impressive run of form in the VFL, reminding everyone why GWS were so excited to snap him up in the 2023 national draft[1]

2025

Leake made his AFL debut in the Opening Round 2025 against Collingwood, following a standout pre-season and an eye-catching performance in the AAMI Community Series clash against Carlton. The well-built Tasmanian impressed with 18 disposals, four tackles, six clearances, and two contested marks, solidifying his case for early-season selection. The 19-year-old was informed of his debut by vice-captain Josh Kelly during a surprise meeting in coach Adam Kingsley’s office, much to the delight of Leake and his teammates.[2]

Statistics

Updated to the end of round 12, 2026.[3]

Legend
  G  
 Goals
  K  
 Kicks
  D  
 Disposals 
  T  
 Tackles
  B  
 Behinds 
  H  
 Handballs 
  M  
 Marks
Season Team No. Games Totals Averages (per game) Votes
G B K H D M T G B K H D M T
2025 Greater Western Sydney 30 3 1 1 13 11 24 5 3 0.3 0.3 4.3 3.7 8.0 1.7 1.0 0
2026 Greater Western Sydney 30 5 0 0 32 33 65 16 11 0.0 0.0 6.4 6.6 13.0 3.2 2.2
Career 8 1 1 45 44 89 21 14 0.1 0.1 5.6 5.5 11.1 2.6 1.8 0

References

  1. ^ a b "James Leake". AFL. 2025. Retrieved 10 April 2025.
  2. ^ "James Leake". AFL. 2025. Retrieved 10 April 2025.
  3. ^ "James Leake". AFL Tables. Retrieved 1 June 2026.

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