we needed a ruckman incase of an emergency if all the others go down.
We got one, and as a massive bonus he has a ton of experience.
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It’s absolutely not half, it is in fact:
(b) Any amount paid to a Rookie Player in excess of the base payment payable to a 1st
year, 41+ choice selection shall be included in the relevant AFL Club’s Total Player
Payments. For the avoidance of doubt, the minimum base payment payable to a 1st
year, 41+ choice selection shall be excluded in the relevant AFL Club’s Total Player
Payments for each Rookie Player.
i.e. about $80k
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Agree!!
That looks like it’s from Wikipedia. I wouldn’t believe that
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Wikipedia, and has no reference.
Speedy just failed his first year uni essay.
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This weekend Wikipedia is looking for only $3 from each reader to enable it to continue. All readers should donate as it is a fantastic resource on any topic.
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And can play
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Mid Season Draft is Bullshit!
Just like the AFL rules apparently can be made up by any1.
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Dons clinch Clarke
Dec 1, 2018 9:40AM
Former Docker Zac Clarke will don the sash in 2019.
Former Docker Zac Clarke is officially a Bomber after signing with the club during the AFL Pre-Season Supplemental Selection Period.
In a move which also finalises Essendon’s playing list for 2019, the new deal will see Clarke don the sash until at least the end of 2019.
Selected with pick 37 in the 2008 national draft, the experienced ruckman spent 11 years at Fremantle where he played 101 games and kicked 46 goals.
Delisted by the Dockers in 2017, the 28-year-old spent 2018 playing for Subiaco in the WAFL where the side won the premiership.
Clarke said he was thrilled to reignite his AFL career with the Bombers in 2019.
“I’m really grateful for the opportunity to play with a club like Essendon and thank them for their belief in me as a player," Clarke said.
“I grew up in Melbourne, so it’s great to be moving back home after 10 years away.
“I’m keen to hit the ground running over the pre-season and want to prepare as best as I can and learn the Bombers’ exciting game style as much as possible from the playing group and coaches.
“I’m looking forward to forming some genuine connections within the Club and can’t wait to get stuck into it from Monday onwards.”
New Bomber Zac Clarke played 101 games for the Dockers. (Photo: AFL Media)
To be eligible to be selected in the AFL Pre-Season Supplemental Selection Period, a player must have previously nominated for the national draft or previously been on the list of a club.
GM of List and Recruiting Adrian Dodoro said Clarke would provide the Bombers with additional depth in the ruck.
“Zac had a terrific year at Subiaco in the WAFL this year, where he featured in all 24 games and ultimately played in a premiership,” Dodoro said.
“We feel he has a lot to offer as an experienced ruckman who also has the ability to push forward if needed.
“Zac will be able to give us some additional ruck depth and we’re hopeful he can push for senior selection early next season.”
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Played every game this year, after coming back from a knee injury. So he is durable. Check.
Experienced. Check.
Can kick goals. Check.
Tailor made for our needs. Check.
Comes cheap. Check.
Provides good coverage at AFL or VFL level. Check.
There is a lot to like about this pick up. Welcome to Essendon Zac Clarke.
So Clarke, forward or ruck?
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Very happy with this selection and with only a 1 year contract I’m happy for him to prove himself to us.
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Good looking rooster… and he get all the checks.
I’ll let myself out.
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Probably a wise move.
Yep
Not a fan of him personally
But he makes a hell of a lot of sense for the price.
Underrated is the fact he will keep bellchambers honest - lest he starts picking and choosing his efforts a little too much
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Really?
Correctly rated.
Umm…?
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