Josh Dolan

Josh Dolan (born 11 November 2006) is a professional Australian rules footballer who plays for the Western Bulldogs in the Australian Football League (AFL).

Early life Dolan was educated at Brighton Grammar School and represented them in the Associated Public Schools of Victoria (APS) football competition, where he won a premiership in 2024. He also played junior football for Beaumaris in the Victorian Amateur Football Association (VAFA) until he was signed by the Sandringham Dragons in the Talent League. He played in the 2023 premiership as a bottom-ager for Sandringham, but following a meniscus injury in his draft year, Dolan missed out on the Dragons' 2024 premiership win. He played 11 matches across the season and extending his contract at the conclusion of the Bulldogs' 2025 campaign.

Following an impressive pre-season, he was recalled to the side for the round 4 match against in 2026. Dolan proved his worth on his return, kicking goals in consecutive weeks.

Statistics Updated to the end of round 22, 2026.

20 !! 5 !! 8 !! 91 !! 103 !! 194 !! 42 !! 29 !! 0.3 !! 0.4 !! 4.6 !! 5.2 !! 9.7 !! 2.1 !! 1.5 !! 0