Footy Dept. Soon to be ex-GM - List & Recruiting Adrian Dodoro #putoutyourjackets

[Lore]

Cliff notes:

• Stepping back from his current senior role following the 2023 AFL Draft
• Transition plan, raised the possibility with Vozzo in April
• Replacement is Matt Rosa, whose thread is here: Welcome to Essendon Matthew Rosa
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  – AFL Talent & Operations Manager!

To coincide with this announcement, the Club’s General Manager of List and Recruiting, Adrian Dodoro, has made the decision to take a step back from his current senior role following this year’s NAB AFL National Draft. He will lead the Club through the upcoming 2023 Trade and Draft period in his current position prior to transitioning to and assisting Matt Rosa moving forward.​

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Dodoro, an Essendon Life Member, has played a significant role at the Bombers over nearly three decades and said the time was right to take a step back.​

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“I approached Craig back in April to discuss the concept of transition and I feel that now is the right time to make this decision,” Dodoro said.​

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"I sat on the panel to assist in the selection of Matt, and I believe he will be an outstanding acquisition to the Club for years to come. I look forward to working with Matt moving forward.​

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“These roles are very taxing on individuals and their families and it just feels like that. After nearly three decades and with stability in key roles at the Club, now is the right time for me to take a step back in to a role which will provide me and my family with a better work life balance.​

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“More immediately, we have an important few months coming up and I’m looking forward to playing my part to deliver a strong Trade and Draft period for the Club to ensure that the playing list is in a strong position for the future.”​

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Essendon CEO Craig Vozzo acknowledged the significant impact Dodoro has made at the Club since joining in a full-time role in 1998.​

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“Adrian is a highly respected Life Member of the Essendon Football Club and has made an enormous contribution to the Club and the wider AFL industry during his time in football, including assisting to navigate the Club through unprecedented and challenging periods,” Vozzo said.​

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“Throughout his time at the Bombers, Adrian’s commitment and passion to take the Club forward in its list management and recruiting, has been unquestionable. Some of the Champions of Essendon have been identified and selected by Adrian, and we will always be grateful for the important and enduring role he has played.​

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“On behalf of the entire Club, we would like to acknowledge Adrian’s selfless decision and we look forward to his ongoing contribution to the Club.​

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“Adrian will work with Matt to ensure a smooth hand-over and a successful transition of responsibilities.”​

 

[Stopher]

No ameet!!!

But he didn't get the player? Which is what Ameet was clearly after, so it could barely be considered a 'win'.

 

[kelvin_sheedy]

Obviously doesn't get paid per trade.

 

[Mr_McBoogerBalls]

Seriously, people?

• We have the #1 pick
• Many clubs would like it
• You only give it away for a really good deal
• Otherwise you keep it and get who you think will be the best player
• We have resigned 10 players, so facilitating a trade will be very difficult, unless you want to trade out our young guns?

We have a pretty decent team on the park next year and we're getting the #1 pick. There is no need for us to make desperate trades just to appease those desperate for media attention.

 

[Jade]

I've often thought that dodo list management and trading skills in the past have been below par, watching freo trade for players and still getting pick 7 is good trading along with Brisbane moving back one spot and getting pick 16 is brilliant. Why isn't Dodo making plays like this? Can someone give me there thoughts please

what would you like to see?

 

[Mootsy]

Seriously, people?

• We have the #1 pick
• Many clubs would like it
• You only give it away for a really good deal
• Otherwise you keep it and get who you think will be the best player
• We have resigned 10 players, so facilitating a trade will be very difficult, unless you want to trade out our young guns?

We have a pretty decent team on the park next year and we're getting the #1 pick. There is no need for us to make desperate trades just to appease those desperate for media attention.

Can someone pin this to the top of the thread, laugh out loud. For those wondering why disco is waiting..

 

[frenchfri12]

What's with all the praise for Dodoro? This is the same guy who got rid of Josh Jenkins and tried to get rid of Hooker.

 

[Jade]

What's with all the praise for Dodoro? This is the same guy who got rid of Josh Jenkins and tried to get rid of Hooker.

Right...

 

[Doss]

It's almost like it's not 2011 anymore, btw.

 

[Jade]

Merrett - Fantasia - Langford - Laverde - Francis - Parish

Well * it, I think we'll keep 'em.....

 

[Mr_McBoogerBalls]

What's with all the praise for Dodoro? This is the same guy who got rid of Josh Jenkins and tried to get rid of Hooker.

He's also helped forge premiership success for our club during the Sheedy era, but you know, no biggie.

 

[Seagrave_Holmes]

In memory of last year's trade period.

(Bains on the canvas after getting smoked by the King - 2015 Trade Period)​

 

[Bob81]

Adrian can't do a trade koby Stevens , jaegermeister, simple hibberd trade missed still to be done meanwhile dawks, cats, freo, have no trouble dealing complex trades, draft picks last 2 years ok but his trading skills suck

Not getting stevens tick, feining intrest in him and boosting his salary so saints pay more tick.
Jaeger is an extremely risky and expensive proposition not sure id get him but also not dodos fault he chose the most dominate team in the last 5 years half a tick.
Hibberd not being traded early for a pick that devalues daily tick.

He's going ok man, also still a week left of trade fortnight so something may eventuate if not meh.


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[Mercuri Rising]

where are the mods

cards please

 

[TheFrenchCut]

In memory of last year's trade period.

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(Bains on the canvas after getting smoked by the King - 2015 Trade Period)​

This post is exactly what we needed to get this thread back on track and spreading the word of the many lives of Jackets Dodoro.

 

[Howard Moon]

Clarko this week trying to hock old lemons




who we got?

 

[Pweter]

Howard Moon you have made the internet a better place. Do a google images search on Adrian Dodoro (I was looking for a pic of the man for my latest contribution here) and check out the number of pics from this thread that appear!

 

[Howard Moon]

 

[Howard Moon]

aaaaaaaaaaaand now my right mouse hand has RSI and is offically stuffed.

 

[Pweter]

Word of Dodoro's exploits have reached Brazil where they were so impressed that they built this amazing monument in his honour. It has become a major tourist attraction with people flocking to see it every day, though you do hear some comment on the multi layer cloak in place of multiple collars.

 

[Howard Moon]

remember when STK came in here?

those were the days.

 

[DapperDon]

 

[Howard Moon]

 

[Howard Moon]

Bummer...your youre

 

[DapperDon]

 

[DapperDon]

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Hahahaha, completely lost it at Ameet. It's so perfect. in tears at my desk getting strange looks.

Outstanding