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CibbuanoDemons skipper to play on next season
September 1st 2009 13:32
MELBOURNE skipper James McDonald will play on next season after signing a new one-year deal with the Demons.
The 33-year-old was a consistent performer in 2009, averaging 19 possessions in 18 appearances.
Melbourne list manager Tim Harrington said McDonald's leadership was vital as the club continues to rebuild.
"James' form has dictated that he plays on in 2010. He has shown this year that he still has much to offer at the elite level, and we see his leadership as a huge asset to the Melbourne Football Club. He sets a great example for our young players with his dedication to the team cause," Harrington said.
McDonald, who was taken with pick 51 in the 1996 rookie draft, has played 235 games and won the club's best-and-fairest award in 2006 and 2007.
He also earned All-Australian honours in 2006 and could become just the seventh Demon to reach the 250-game milestone next year.
The 33-year-old was a consistent performer in 2009, averaging 19 possessions in 18 appearances.
Melbourne list manager Tim Harrington said McDonald's leadership was vital as the club continues to rebuild.
"James' form has dictated that he plays on in 2010. He has shown this year that he still has much to offer at the elite level, and we see his leadership as a huge asset to the Melbourne Football Club. He sets a great example for our young players with his dedication to the team cause," Harrington said.
McDonald, who was taken with pick 51 in the 1996 rookie draft, has played 235 games and won the club's best-and-fairest award in 2006 and 2007.
He also earned All-Australian honours in 2006 and could become just the seventh Demon to reach the 250-game milestone next year.
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