Initial squad The initial 40-man All-Australian squad was announced on 28 August. Minor premiers had the most selections with eight, while and were the only clubs not to have a single player nominated in the squad.
Final team Adelaide, and each had the most selections with three. defender
Alex Rance was announced as the All-Australian captain, with West Coast forward
Josh Kennedy announced as vice-captain. The team saw twelve players selected in an All-Australian team for the first time in their careers, with twelve clubs represented. Note: the position of coach in the All-Australian team is traditionally awarded to the coach of the premiership team. ==References==