#andrew mcqualter

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Because the AFL website cannot get our delistings & retirements right

Here they are (so far)

Josh Fraser (ret.)

Andrew McQualter 

Michael Coad

-- Likely trades to come:

Josh Caddy

Hayden Jolly

Josh Toy

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Hayden Jolly, Jaeger O'Meara, Andrew McQualter

2012 Best & Fairest

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Captain – Gary Ablett Jnr Gary Ablett Jnr had a stellar year in 2011, trumping claims he was only a good player because of the wealth of support he had in Geelong. His professionalism, leadership and mentoring helped young players develop their own game style, helping them become more comfortable playing in the AFL. Add to this his extensive experience in the league, with a Brownlow medal and a premiership to his name, he was perhaps an obvious choice for the SUNS 2012 captain. 

Vice Captain – Nathan Bock Despite the end of year betting scandal, Nathan Bock was another obvious candidate for the SUNS 2012 leadership group. He brings experience to the defensive side of the team, and excellently mentored younger defensive players in 2011. He was a terrific leader on the field last year, and with Campbell Brown ineligible to be selected, was a necessary choice for vice captain.  Deputy Vice Captain – Michael Rischitelli Michael Rischitelli was in the 2011 leadership group, and earned his promotion to deputy vice captain this year. Bringing much needed experience to the side, he helps build strength in the midfield and is a benchmark for younger players, both on the field and off. His professionalism and work ethic are of the highest standards, and 2012 will allow him to serve a more fulfilled role in the leadership group.

Karmichael Hunt Perhaps an odd selection into the leadership group, and only time will tell if it was wise. As he is very new to the sport, it is most probable that his selection was based on his attitude and approach towards the game, rather than experience and/or talent. He has shown glimpses of good defensive play, and hopefully this leadership position will help him improve as a player. He also has much to offer in regards to professionalism and media attention, as he consistently carries himself in a confident and respectable manner. Andrew McQualter Even as rookie, Andrew McQualter is a wise selection for the SUNS 2012 leadership group. As one of the few players to have played in a grand final - well, three grand finals - he has a unique experience of what it takes to make the top eight and play competitively. This wealth of experience will be useful for big games, and he will be able to contribute a great deal of game knowledge to the team. Zac Smith Placing third in the 2011 NAB Rising Star Award, Zac Smith has plenty of potential in the years to come. He also represents the majority of the SUNS squad, with most players in their second year of AFL football and with less than 20 games under their belt. In 2012 he will be learning and leading, strengthening his approach to the game and enabling him to improve as a player. 

David Swallow Labelled as a future Brownlow medallist, David Swallow also has plenty of potential. Adding to the midfield strength of the team, he has talent that other young players can base their game styles on. He is a confident and calm player, who normally makes good decisions with the ball, and approaches the game seriously. As a well-spoken young man and potential future captain of the club, David Swallow has set a standard for current players and players to come.

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