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There have been lots of threads for "Operation get Carlisle" and the like, but I think sometimes the most valuable signings aren't necessarily the most obvious and Daniel Cross could become one of the most valuable players available to us.
Here are just some of the reasons why I think we should be doing are utmost to get him in a Footscray jumper for 2016 and beyond.
1, Professionalism: Crossy's work ethic, preparation, and attitude has been well-documented. This is exactly the sort of bloke you want as a role model in the rooms with the younger/developing players.
2, Experience/Leadership: There aren't too many available players with nearly 250 AFL games around. Invaluable on and off field and could also take up some coaching/mentoring duties.
3, Playing Ability: Was playing some really good footy this year and is a little unlucky not to get another contract. Would expect him to be a dominant figure at VFL level.
4, Culture: I have never met Daniel, but from all reports he is a genuinely nice guy and he seemed to be universally loved by the players. He also loves this club. You can never have too many good people in your organisation and just like negative influences can pull others down with them, positive influences can lift them up.
5, Nostalgia: I would wager that most would be ecstatic to see Daniel pull on the Bulldogs jumper again. Could also be some limited marketing/memorabilia opportunities.
6, Nostalgia Pt.2: He may not want to play VFL but I think we owe it to him to give him the opportunity. Sure it's not the AFL team, but he would be back in the club he loves and would be a part of/contribute to any success we have from here on in. It would be great to see him eventually get a Bulldogs send off too.
I could go on, but you get the idea. I genuinely believe he would be an extremely valuable acquisition and his impact on our developing players could be felt well into the future.
Edit: Perhaps we could even have a leftover Rookie spot and get him to that 250th game?
Here are just some of the reasons why I think we should be doing are utmost to get him in a Footscray jumper for 2016 and beyond.
1, Professionalism: Crossy's work ethic, preparation, and attitude has been well-documented. This is exactly the sort of bloke you want as a role model in the rooms with the younger/developing players.
2, Experience/Leadership: There aren't too many available players with nearly 250 AFL games around. Invaluable on and off field and could also take up some coaching/mentoring duties.
3, Playing Ability: Was playing some really good footy this year and is a little unlucky not to get another contract. Would expect him to be a dominant figure at VFL level.
4, Culture: I have never met Daniel, but from all reports he is a genuinely nice guy and he seemed to be universally loved by the players. He also loves this club. You can never have too many good people in your organisation and just like negative influences can pull others down with them, positive influences can lift them up.
5, Nostalgia: I would wager that most would be ecstatic to see Daniel pull on the Bulldogs jumper again. Could also be some limited marketing/memorabilia opportunities.
6, Nostalgia Pt.2: He may not want to play VFL but I think we owe it to him to give him the opportunity. Sure it's not the AFL team, but he would be back in the club he loves and would be a part of/contribute to any success we have from here on in. It would be great to see him eventually get a Bulldogs send off too.
I could go on, but you get the idea. I genuinely believe he would be an extremely valuable acquisition and his impact on our developing players could be felt well into the future.
Edit: Perhaps we could even have a leftover Rookie spot and get him to that 250th game?
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