Jaidyn Stephenson kicked two goals in a grand f inal at 18 but was gone from the AFL by 25.

Former AFL star Jaidyn Stephenson opens up about the highs and lows of his short-lived career, from winning a Rising Star to getting caught up in a gambling scandal that derailed his promising start at Collingwood.

Overview: In this candid interview, Stephenson reflects on his rapid rise to fame as a teenager, the pressures of being in the spotlight, and how off-field mistakes led to his untimely exit from the Pies. He also discusses the difficulties adjusting to a struggling North Melbourne side after being traded, and what ultimately led him to walk away from footy at just 25.

Key Takeaways:

2:30 - On being drafted to Collingwood as an 18-year-old and living the dream his first year, including winning a Rising Star award.

8:00 - Getting caught placing bets on Collingwood games, resulting in a long suspension.

15:30 - Being abruptly traded from Collingwood to North Melbourne after just two seasons.

21:00 - Struggling at North as the losses piled up and scrutiny intensified.

27:00 - Getting injured after drunkenly crashing his bike down the stairs.

32:00 - Losing his passion for footy and deciding to retire at just 25 years old.

37:00 - Reflecting on his short AFL career and the challenges of transitioning to a "normal" job.

Don't miss this raw and unfiltered look into the real world of an AFL footballer. Tune in to hear Jaidyn's incredible story in his own words.

Former AFL star Jaidyn Stephenson opens up about the highs and lows of his short-lived career, from winning a Rising Star to getting caught up in a gambling scandal that derailed his promising start at Collingwood.
Overview: In this candid interview, Stephenson reflects on his rapid rise to fame as a teenager, the pressures of being in the spotlight, and how off-field mistakes led to his untimely exit from the Pies. He also discusses the difficulties adjusting to a struggling North Melbourne side after being traded, and what ultimately led him to walk away from footy at just 25.
Key Takeaways:
2:30 - On being drafted to Collingwood as an 18-year-old and living the dream his first year, including winning a Rising Star award.
8:00 - Getting caught placing bets on Collingwood games, resulting in a long suspension.
15:30 - Being abruptly traded from Collingwood to North Melbourne after just two seasons.
21:00 - Struggling at North as the losses piled up and scrutiny intensified.
27:00 - Getting injured after drunkenly crashing his bike down the stairs.
32:00 - Losing his passion for footy and deciding to retire at just 25 years old.
37:00 - Reflecting on his short AFL career and the challenges of transitioning to a "normal" job.
Don't miss this raw and unfiltered look into the real world of an AFL footballer. Tune in to hear Jaidyn's incredible story in his own words.

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Jaidyn Stephenson - Free from the AFL at 25

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