Playing as a fast-leading forward pocket, Pearce provided Carlton's forward-line with variety and an alternative avenue to goal to long-time full forward Stephen Kernahan, and he played 23 of 25 possible games for the season, kicked 52 goals, and kicked four goals in Carlton's Grand Final victory against .His speed was what this great football club needed and it's what he delivered. As a youngster, Pearce's speed was exemplary, cracking the 11 second barrier as a 17-year-old.
As a speedy-leading forward pocket, Pearce provided Carlton's forward-line with variety and an alternative path to goal for veteran full forward Stephen Kernahan, and he played in 23 of 25 possible games for the season, scoring 52 goals, and kicked four goals in Carlton's Grand Final win against .His speed was exactly what this great football club needed and it was delivered. As a young player, Pearce's speed was impressive, breaking the 11-second barrier at just 17 years old.