Lucy Burke has officially been elevated to St Kilda’s AFLW Primary List.

The 23-year-old Southern Saint – who is of no relation to teammate Alice Burke – was recently named at centre half-back in the 2021 VFLW Team of the Year, and earlier this year finished sixth at the club’s Best & Fairest. 

Burke replaces rookie selection Paige Price in the Saints’ 30-woman squad, with the latter placed on the inactive list following hip surgery.

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“We’re thrilled to welcome Lucy to St Kilda,” Head of AFLW Tessie McManus said.

“Lucy isn’t a stranger to majority of our list having played for the Southern Saints this season, and despite her limited preparation, we believe she’ll slot right in. 

We’re confident Lucy will be a great asset to the club, particularly coming off half-back where she can complement the likes of Hannah Priest and Tilly Lucas-Rodd.

- Tessie McManus

“While it’s unfortunate to lose Paige to injury, we will continue to support her as she completes her rehabilitation.”

Burke played all 16 matches for the Southern Saints in 2021 – including two finals – in her debut season for the club, averaging 10 disposals and three rebound-50s per game. 

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