With AFLX just two sleeps away, the North players took part in one last AFLX simulation to refine their skills and work on their gameplan. 

After a typical Melbourne morning with a combination of rain, dust storms and bright sunshine, the squad hit the track for Wednesday's main session.

There was a familar face on the track, with Brent Harvey on hand to oversee training. 

Former skipper Brent Harvery chats with current captain Jack Ziebell.

The AFLX practice matches were as authentic as they come, with fresh lines marked out on the Arden St deck, genuine ten minute halves, and a brand new silver footy. 

Shaun Higgins and Darren Crocker get their hands on the new AFLX silver football.

The 15-man AFLX squad made-up the Orange team, with coach Brad Scott explaining the gameplan and structures to his men.

Brad Scott addresses the 15-man AFLX squad ahead of the practice matches.

Majak Daw spent time in the ruck, using his strength and athleticism to his advantage

Majak Daw competes with Tristan Xerri to get his hand on the silver footy.

Paul Ahern had no trouble finding the footy, using his pace and skills off half-back to create attacking plays for his side.

Paul Ahern finds himself in plenty of space as he looks to get the ball forward.

Nor did Billy Hartung, who caused havoc down the wing.

Billy Hartung collects the ball from around his ankles with support from a teammate.

Braydon Preuss was more than happy to show-off his range by foot, finding multiple targets from the other end of the ground.

Braydon Preuss unleashes an almighty drop punt over the man on the mark.

Daw also featured in defence, starting many moves forward with his overlap run and good ball-use.

Majak Daw looks to find a target coming out of defence. 

Sam Durdin was strong in defence, not only preventing goals, but creating them too.

Sam Durdin looks to kick long out of the the backline.

Up forward, Cameron Zurhaar was electric, finding the big sticks on multiple occasions.

Cameron Zurhaar looks towards goal as he sprints inside the 40 metre arc.