The Filth Wizard
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- Jul 26, 2007
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Morning all.
I guess this will be considered my first press release as co-captain of the Dragons and it is tinged in some sadness I guess it could be said.
Firstly, four days have passed since our defeat at the hands of the Wonders. It feels like five. I would publically like to take this moment to congratulate the Wonders on their heroic victory and their remarkable finals campaign. We never really saw you coming and that will surely haunt us for a long time. To the Dragons, I have spoken to some of you privately but for all of you there can be nothing but pride for the journey made, the way the season was played, the hoodoos broken and the new one we have to now tackle. Season 18 is about redemption, it's time to look to the next season and remember our hunger and fight and take that trophy we just had one fingertip on.
Which brings me to some sad news.
The first week post finals is when we start to see some players moving on and we at the Dragons are no different. Two of our Grand Final participants have been offered enticing roles at other clubs and we at the Dragons feel both players will have a chance to grow and find happiness in these new ventures.
HawkPatrol has chosen to leave us and it is with our blessing. He came to us in the last off season at a time that we were desperate to build our list. We thank him for that. He feels his time at the league is running down and has taken an offer he is happy with. He deserves the full gratitude and support of the Dragons as he moves along and he gets it. Thank you Snappy! for your time here.
The second player leaving is a surprise and a personal favourite of mine. Uncle Leo came to me mid season for a transfer from the Royals and settled in superbly, forcing his way into our midfield and finding career best form quite quickly. Leo polarises posters, he is a high class antagonist and I have always ascertained I'd rather have him on my team than against it. Unfortunately this will not be the case next season as he has found a new home, a level of responsibility I know he has craved and I feel he will be an asset to his new team.
I'm sure both players will announce their moves in the coming days as is their prerogative. To HP and Leo, good luck guys. We'll miss your presence in our match threads and appreciate your time here.
Of course, we are going to line you up for thumpings at least twice next year.
So as stands, it goes without saying the Dragons are working very hard behind the scenes to shore up our squad heading into next season. More announcements to follow...
I guess this will be considered my first press release as co-captain of the Dragons and it is tinged in some sadness I guess it could be said.
Firstly, four days have passed since our defeat at the hands of the Wonders. It feels like five. I would publically like to take this moment to congratulate the Wonders on their heroic victory and their remarkable finals campaign. We never really saw you coming and that will surely haunt us for a long time. To the Dragons, I have spoken to some of you privately but for all of you there can be nothing but pride for the journey made, the way the season was played, the hoodoos broken and the new one we have to now tackle. Season 18 is about redemption, it's time to look to the next season and remember our hunger and fight and take that trophy we just had one fingertip on.
Which brings me to some sad news.
The first week post finals is when we start to see some players moving on and we at the Dragons are no different. Two of our Grand Final participants have been offered enticing roles at other clubs and we at the Dragons feel both players will have a chance to grow and find happiness in these new ventures.
HawkPatrol has chosen to leave us and it is with our blessing. He came to us in the last off season at a time that we were desperate to build our list. We thank him for that. He feels his time at the league is running down and has taken an offer he is happy with. He deserves the full gratitude and support of the Dragons as he moves along and he gets it. Thank you Snappy! for your time here.
The second player leaving is a surprise and a personal favourite of mine. Uncle Leo came to me mid season for a transfer from the Royals and settled in superbly, forcing his way into our midfield and finding career best form quite quickly. Leo polarises posters, he is a high class antagonist and I have always ascertained I'd rather have him on my team than against it. Unfortunately this will not be the case next season as he has found a new home, a level of responsibility I know he has craved and I feel he will be an asset to his new team.
I'm sure both players will announce their moves in the coming days as is their prerogative. To HP and Leo, good luck guys. We'll miss your presence in our match threads and appreciate your time here.
Of course, we are going to line you up for thumpings at least twice next year.
So as stands, it goes without saying the Dragons are working very hard behind the scenes to shore up our squad heading into next season. More announcements to follow...
