Retired #31: Dustin Fletcher - Legend & VFL Assistant Coach

[Dan Cooper]

Fletcher looks like he could easily play on next year, have him beat Tuck

Even if Fletch did play on, and I don't think he will, 427 games would be a tough call.

He hits 400 this week with 13 rounds remaining and 22 next year = a possible 35 games.

So would have to play 27 of 35.

 

[JDavey]

Even if Fletch did play on, and I don't think he will, 427 games would be a tough call.

He hits 400 this week with 13 rounds remaining and 22 next year = a possible 35 games.

So would have to play 27 of 35.

Managed 15 last year and is on pace for ~ 16-19 this year. Looks unlikely he'd make it next year.

Fun dustin fact: Has never had a year of footbally where he played all 22.

 

[Stopher]

Even if Fletch did play on, and I don't think he will, 427 games would be a tough call.

He hits 400 this week with 13 rounds remaining and 22 next year = a possible 35 games.

So would have to play 27 of 35.

Obviously with Essendon right now, it is no sure thing, but it also isn't the biggest stretch to suggest they could play 3 finals between this season and next, which would take the total number of Essendon games to 38 in that period. Playing 3 out of every 4 games in that time would give him another 28, ie the record.

I think it is a long shot, plus the chances are Boomer will pass him before long anyway, but should he go on next season, it isn't inconceivable that he could do it. It'd be ******* brilliant if he did, that is for sure!

 

[Holden Hillbilly]

What a champion (Port tried to snaffle him in 1997 our first year in the AFL.)

A pity that off field issues in the AFL have distracted the media from this outstanding achievement.

 

[Stopher]

What a champion (Port tried to snaffle him in 1997 our first year in the AFL.)

A pity that off field issues in the AFL have distracted the media from this outstanding achievement.

I think he is more than happy to have a relatively normal week on the track while all the Malthouse stuff runs its course. It'll turn towards him after selections and all the footy shows tomorrow though.

 

[frenchfri12]

Fun dustin fact: Has never had a year of footbally where he played all 22.

Played 24 in 2000.

Yes, i understand what you mean, but still.

 

[Dan Cooper]

Played 24 in 2000.

Yes, i understand what you mean, but still.

That recently

 

[Boss351]

I'd just like to pass on my congratulations to Dustin Fletcher on the 400 game milestone , a remarkable achievement at his age to still be playing at the top level while maintaining his skill level, hunger and commitment , pretty amazing when you consider how many players struggle to reach 300 and have to be nursed through or gifted games to reach milestones.

The best thing about Fletch is throughout his career he has remained the same friendly, laidback , professional and loyal man who walked into Essendon with a school bag and packed lunch

Well done Dustin, you're a credit to yourself , your club and family

 

[Howard Moon]

Will/ Should Bartlett and Tuck be there?

 

[Stopher]

Will/ Should Bartlett and Tuck be there?

Absolutely. Nothing wrong with a bit of acknowledgement for those who have already achieved this incredible milestone, considering the members in this exclusive club can be counted on one hand.

 

[Doss]

Tuck has already had a bit to say about it: http://www.essendonfc.com.au/news/2015-05-26/tuck-praise-for-fletch

 

[BOMBERS 4 LIFE!!!!]

"We might have enough members to need a president and a secretary soon," joked Tuck.

"Maybe I'll be the treasurer."

This cracked me up

 

[2one2]

To commemorate his 400th, it feels fitting to unearth the Kraken and revisit this, possibly still the worst thing that I have ever seen.

 

[frenchfri12]

Just saw the most cut rate ad for his 400th game, has him going to the 400 club with Tuck and Bartlett there. Couldn't even get the regular Channel 7 Ad voice guy.

 

[table tennis]

Lets just take a step back and really appreciate the enormity of what this fella has done and been through for our club.

A son of a gun that turned legend.

Words can't express it. 90,000 on Saturday night for just him won't express it.

And then you throw in the humility of the man. just a legend.

 

[pepsi]

It is actually a phenomenal achievement. To be only the third player to reach 400 is incredible, congratulations fletch.

 

[kfc1]

To commemorate his 400th, it feels fitting to unearth the Kraken and revisit this, possibly still the worst thing that I have ever seen.

Man this is so awfully amazing. Great flashback

 

[yaco55]

Boomer has gone off a touch, though I lift my hat for him because he has done a good job of playing defence at 37.

 

[Dan Cooper]

Happy 400th Fletch and welcome to the Club

 

[vaughany]

The club has released a lot of merchandise for Fletcher's 400th.
Definitely worth checking it out everything from stubby holders to wine to limited edition prints.

 

[Whispering_Jack]

To commemorate his 400th, it feels fitting to unearth the Kraken and revisit this, possibly still the worst thing that I have ever seen.

Oh wow. I admit that I'd never seen this... I wish that was still the case

 

[daffo]

The club has released a lot of merchandise for Fletcher's 400th.
Definitely worth checking it out everything from stubby holders to wine to limited edition prints.

I'll deff pick up the 400 pin in six months time when the bombershop will be selling it for $2-5.

 

[Lord Nicholson]

Oh wow. I admit that I'd never seen this... I wish that was still the case

Reginald Dwight is privately seething.

 

[rumply]

Essendon FC ‏@EssendonFC 12h12 hours ago
Don't mess with the Fletch: http://bombe.rs/1Ffm0ZU. #Fletch400

 

[frenchfri12]

Hopefully this is what we'll see again on Saturday