The Gold Coast SUNS upgraded veteran Danny Stanley last week as their nominated rookie. Stanley was delisted at the end of 2015 but re-drafted as a rookie, and the club had always committed to elevating him prior to the season.

However, with ace midfielder David Swallow (knee) set to be put on the long-term injury list, there's a chance for another rookie to be elevated.

Mature-age recruit Ryan Davis – who played 14 games for West Coast in 2008-09 – has almost locked up a round one spot with a strong showing against Adelaide last Friday night. South Australian defender Tom Keough is nipping at his heels, while teenager Darcy Macpherson may also get an opportunity later in the year if the chance arises.