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Now going on five seasons as the lynchpin of St Kilda’s defence, Dougal Howard is determined to play a key role in seeing the Saints continue as one of the most effective backlines in the league.

After a solid start to the 2023 season, a wrist injury a month out from finals ultimately forced the defensive general on the sidelines and out of the Saints’ September push.

Regarded for his spoiling and ability to both hold his own and work in tandem with fellow defender Callum Wilkie to strong effect, Howard will be determined to reignite both aspects this coming campaign.

Howard first joined St Kilda following 45 games for Port Adelaide, forming part of the club’s 2019 trade haul of Bradley Hill, Zak Jones, Dan Butler and Paddy Ryder.

Dougal Howard
Now going on five seasons as the lynchpin of St Kilda’s defence, Dougal Howard is determined to play a key role in seeing the Saints continue as one of the most effective backlines in the league.

After a solid start to the 2023 season, a wrist injury a month out from finals ultimately forced the defensive general on the sidelines and out of the Saints’ September push.

Regarded for his spoiling and ability to both hold his own and work in tandem with fellow defender Callum Wilkie to strong effect, Howard will be determined to reignite both aspects this coming campaign.

Howard first joined St Kilda following 45 games for Port Adelaide, forming part of the club’s 2019 trade haul of Bradley Hill, Zak Jones, Dan Butler and Paddy Ryder.

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St Kilda co-vice-captain
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2021, 2022
St Kilda leadership group
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2021, 2022
Trevor Barker Award, third place
Years award won:
2020
AFL Players' Association 22Under22 squad
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2018

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    'Thanks, Chompers!': 'Dylan' Howard joins the Sunday Footy Show

    Key defender Dougal Howard joins the Sunday Footy Show following the Saints' emotional win in its 150th Year Anniversary Game at the MCG.

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  • 01:10

    RD2 | A happy birthday for Howard as Saints smother Dogs

    Birthday Saint Dougal Howard speaks to Channel 7 immediately after the final siren following his pivotal role against the Western Bulldogs.

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  • 01:27

    Who dozes off in team meetings?

    Callum Wilkie and Dougal Howard uncover a few home truths in a game of 'Who's more likely to...?'

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    Wilkie presents Howard with his guernsey for game 100

    Close mates and co-vice-captains Callum Wilkie and Dougal Howard share a special moment as the latter is presented with his guernsey for his 100th game, exclusive to Saints Pass.

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  • 00:50

    RD16 | Saints cop injury blow as Howard goes down

    Dougal Howard is subbed out early in the third quarter after suffering a leg injury in these contests

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  • 01:54

    RD13 | 'We'll lick our wounds and go again': Howard after loss to Lions

    Dougal Howard spoke to STK Media following our Round 13 loss to Brisbane

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  • 01:14

    'The competitive edge we want': Howard joins Sounds of the Saints

    Dougal Howard joins the Sounds of the Saints podcast to talk pre-season, leadership and bouncing back in 2022. Listen to the full podcast on saints.com.au or on Spotify.

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  • 00:52

    The general down back: Dougal Howard in 2021

    "He's probably the most passionate bloke at the club." Dougal Howard is more than just a leader down back.

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  • 01:46

    'Everyone played their role': Howard on Round 7 win

    Dougal Howard spoke to STK Media after our Round 7 win over Adelaide

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    RD 7 | Dashing Dougal kicks his first

    Dougal Howard deftly slots a major from 55m.

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Latest Player News

  1. Team Selection: Key defender breaks back in to face former side

    Dougal Howard is one of two inclusions to face Port Adelaide on Friday night as part of Anzac Appeal Round.

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  2. VFL Player Review: Every Saint assessed from GWS defeat

    VFL Senior Coach Jake Batchelor outlines every AFL-listed Saint’s performance, as well as a selection of Sandringham’s finest from the Round 3 match against GWS Giants.

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  3. Injury Update: Dow, Howard close in on returns

    The latest injury updates on Dougal Howard, Paddy Dow and more heading into Round 5.

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  4. Injury Update: Successful return for Hayes, defenders slice time on sidelines

    The latest on the injury front on Jack Hayes, Dougal Howard and Ben Paton.

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St Kilda Football Club wishes to acknowledge the traditional owners of the land on which the club sits. The club pays its respects to elders past, present and emerging, and through them, all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples whose lands and waters we work, live and reside on.