Carter was drafted by Fitzroy Football Club with the 20th selection in the 1995 AFL Draft , with coach Michael Nunan stating the club was looking for " players with pace and finish to play in the midfield " . Carter had an impressive first AFL season , debuting in round 6 and remaining in the senior team for the rest of the season , playing 17 matches . He was nominated for the 1996 AFL Rising Star award in round 8 . Despite a good season personally , Fitzroy struggled both on the field , winning only one match for the whole season , and financially . Due to crippling financial problems , Fitzroy was forced to merge with the Brisbane Bears at the end of the 1996 season , to form the Brisbane Lions
1996 AFL Rising Star
1996 AFL Rising Star
Nick Carter (footballer)