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8 hours ago
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‘Love ya mate': McGovern's heartfelt tribute to big brother
Mitch McGovern has made a heartfelt tribute to his brother Jeremy after the West Coast star was forced to medically retire from the AFL. The Carlton utility poked fun at himself as he took to social media to celebrate Jeremy's career, which came to an end on Friday as the 33-year-old formally announced he was hanging up the boots after 197 games. 'Proud is an understatement for how I feel about what you've done with your footy journey,' the post read. 'You taught me almost everything I know about footy (sorry dad). 'I'm incredibly honoured to have been able to ride the highs and lows in what the game have given you, and you can walk away with a smile and your head held high. 'Thanks for the combined 5x All-Aus, 1x Premiership and 1x BnF. Love ya mate.' One of the photos Mitch McGovern posted in his social media tribute. Credit: James Elsby / AFL Media A photo of the pair following the Eagles' grand final victory in 2018, in which an emotional Mitch embraces his older brother, accompanied the post. It also featured pictures of the brothers playing against each-other, during the 30-year-old's time at Adelaide, as well as photos from their childhood. Former West Coast captain and 2018 Norm Smith Medallist Luke Shuey also paid tribute to the champion defender, saying 'we were all privileged to be a teammate of Jeremy McGovern.' 'We didn't appreciate it enough throughout the journey but he was the type of player and clubman not everyone gets to play with,' Shuey said. 'He gave as much as he had in the tank, every time... he cared more than anyone... he made footy fun, in the hardest of times. 'He had every single person's back who was in his corner and he did it all with the worst rig and most disgusting pre-season testing results you'll every see. 'One of the greatest to ever do it, how lucky were we?!!' The reigning Eagles club champion was recommended to retire by the AFL's concussion panel after the latest in a series of head knocks he sustained in the Eagles' round eight loss to Melbourne. He said he was 'at peace' with the decision.
News.com.au
15-05-2025
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- News.com.au
Mitchell sees positives despite loss
AFL: Hawks coach Sam Mitchell has addressed the media, following his side's tough loss to the Suns in Darwin.
News.com.au
08-05-2025
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- News.com.au
AFL 2025: Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin on Clayton Oliver's wellbeing and future
Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin has shared Clayton Oliver's frustration towards reports around his future, insisting 'they're just not the case'. Oliver will return against Hawthorn this Saturday after missing the Demons' 32-point win over West Coast in Perth last weekend through personal leave. In his week off, there were reports about Oliver's future and how his leave of absence stemmed from growing irritation about form and game time. Goodwin categorically denied those reports and declared Oliver was 'in a good space' as a Melbourne player. 'I think it's more important Clayton finds them frustrating, that's the biggest thing. Clayton, for one, is frustrated by them because they're not true,' he said. 'He hasn't got resentment, he's not upset about game time, he's not upset, he's really content and happy and a lot of those things were dealt with at the end of last season. 'He's in a really good space, mindset and wants to be the best teammate he can possibly be, that's where the frustration comes. 'For the big part, the media in terms of how they dealt with Clayton spending some time away were, as an industry, quite mature and accepting of that. 'Then the reports come out about why he might need some time off, they just weren't the case.' Goodwin said he spoke with Oliver every day and had no seen no evidence of resentment. He lauded Oliver for his maturity in the face of personal adversity and expected the midfielder to be 'refreshed' to tackle the Hawks. 'It was pretty clear last week he needed some time away from the game, just a few days to reset and get his wellbeing back,' Goodwin said. 'It was on the back of some medical advice and, as I have said, we're really proud that he put his hand up and was able to take that time. 'What we've seen so far in the last few days is a refreshed Clayton. He's keen to get back into it, he's done a fair bit of training as well and we're looking forward to getting him back on the footy field. 'To put his hand up and say he needs some time, I think that's where we've grown internally as a football club and as Clayton has as well. I think it's a sign of where we are in the times now. 'We're really proud of Clayton for putting his hand up and we're looking forward to getting him back in the team.' Goodwin said Oliver's battle had been ongoing over the course of three seasons and his personal leave was a sign of growth. 'I think it's a real sign of maturity not only from Clayton but the footy club as well to understand a bit deeper around the journey he's been on,' he said. 'We're in a really strong position now to grow that; we've had clear focuses for Clayton, it's his health and wellbeing and make sure he is in the best space possible. 'That's what we've seen in the last 12 months, that he is in a wonderful space and to be the best player he can possibly be again.'
