Home is exactly where Callan Ward's heart lies

[BulldogBelle]

Glenn McFarlane
From: Herald Sun
June 17, 2011 12:00AM

A LIFELONG affinity with Melbourne's western suburbs and a close family connection are likely to ensure Callan Ward rejects Greater Western Sydney and commits to a long-term future with the Western Bulldogs.

Despite his manager Paul Connors suggesting last week the 21-year-old might have to sacrifice up to $2 million to remain loyal to his club, Ward confirmed this week he wanted to secure a deal with the Bulldogs.

"I've loved the club ever since I started here," Ward said. "I was born in the western suburbs and I want to stay here.

"I see no reason to move. I just want to work out a deal with the Dogs and hopefully move on."

Ward said ideally he would have a new deal sorted out "sooner rather than later", but was not concerned about talk regarding his future.

"I try not to think about it too much, but it is hard to take it off my mind completely," he said. "I get a lot of texts and questions from my friends. They are all supportive. They know I am just concentrating on my football at the moment.

http://www.heraldsun.com.au/sport/af...-1226076768377

[Desipura]

Nice story indeed, can't see him moving after reading this article

[LostDoggy]

A very positive article on this young man! Remember Murph's words to you Cal - "Sheedy = DEVIL"

[comrade]

There were no positive stories like this one about Harbrow last year. Cal is staying.

[OLD SCRAGGer]

Cal Ward, you are a STAR.

[LostDoggy]

Western General should name a section of the building after him.

[Daughter of the West]

Western General should name a section of the building after him.

And then a street. And maybe a new western suburbs housing development. Please, please, please, please let it happen!

[Doc26]

Out of the gloom presents Granty Mark 2, a real feel good read. Good on you Cal.
Now get that ink to paper.

[Ghost Dog]

something to smile about for dogs fans in 2011? yay!

[Murphy'sLore]

Still crossing fingers and toes until the deal's done.

[LostDoggy]

Congratulations also to Callan on his 50 games tonight! Let's hope we have a big win to celebrate both Bob & Cal's milestone games.....

[immortalmike]

Western General should name a section of the building after him.

What? You want them to name it "The Callan Ward" or "The Ward Ward"?

Seriously though, I am now more worried about Easton Wood.

[LostDoggy]

You want them to name it "The Callan Ward"
Seriously though, I am now more worried about Easton Wood.

Yep

Me too

[Remi Moses]

Very encouraged by this story. Some people don't live and breath the almighty dollar,family ties are very important. Ahh the Yarraville club! True Westie

[LostDoggy]

Yep

Me too

If it's a choice between Ward and Wood, well I really like Wood, but Ward'll be my pick.