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/ PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

/ ONE-ON-ONE WITH BRENDON BOLTON

/ CAPTAIN’S MESSAGE

/ RISING STARS Q+A

/ HOOROO, TRUE BLUE

/ CINDERELLA MAN

/ 2017 DEBUTANTS

/ 2017 SEASON REVIEW

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/ SEASON BY NUMBERS

/ JOHN NICHOLLS MEDAL

/ AFLW

/ NORTHERN BLUES SEASON REVIEW

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/ THE TEAM BEHIND THE TEAM

/ LIFE MEMBERS

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PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

President’s message / During season 2017 we again witnessed significant growth and development both on and off the field. The football program was about development across a very young playing list. We watched with excitement the progress of our emerging talent together with the rejuvenation of a number of individual players, which is a reflection on both our players and the coaching panel and their programs. We had five Rising Star nominations, two players nominated in the All-Australian squad (and one in the final team), and 21 players renew their contracts during the course of the year. Marc Murphy and the leadership team led with distinction. The launch of the inaugural AFLW competition was a turning point in the history of both the game and our club. We are incredibly proud of the achievements of our team and the coaching staff. It was a privilege to play in, and win, the inaugural AFLW game against Collingwood in front of a lockout crowd at Ikon Park and with a TV audience in excess of

a million viewers. Our inclusion in the AFLW reflects our growth in proudly diversifying the Carlton Football Club. I would like to take this opportunity to acknowledge and thank all the departing players and members of the coaching staff, including Neil Craig, Mathew Capuano and Andrew Walker, for their commitment during their time at the Club, and wish them well for the future. Off field, our membership has increased, as did our overall television audience. Our members and supporters continued to show their support of the Club through strong match-day attendances, resulting in Carlton ranking fourth in the AFL for total crowd figures. We appreciate the support and recognise that our members are the lifeblood of this club. We continued the significant expansion of our commercial portfolio. Our strong relationships with Hyundai and Virgin Australia resulted in both organisations renewing their commitment as our joint major partners for the next five years, taking both partners through to 2022. We also extended partnerships with Ikon Services, Carlton and United Breweries,

OnTime Group as well as Uber and Uber Eats this year. Our Carlton IN Business network went from strength to strength, and we continued to have valued support from our wide-ranging corporate groups including the Inner Blue, Navy League, Spirit of Carlton, Coach’s Club and Young Carlton Professionals. We have appointed Cain Liddle as the new Chief Executive Officer of the Club. He brings a wealth of commercial and consumer experience and will be integral in leading the Club to its next level of success. To outgoing CEO Steven Trigg, we thank you for your service to the Club over the past three and a half years. To our executive team and administration staff, thank you for all of your hard work and dedication in what has been another very big year. I would like to thank my fellow Board members for their mutual commitment and shared belief in the future of our football club. We welcome Chris Judd to the Board in his role as football director and thank retiring Board member Adrian Gleeson. Our long-term strategy remains on track, and for the second year in a row there will be a positive financial result. This football club is heading in the right direction and we will be unwavering in our pursuit of continued success. There is a very real sense of excitement heading into next season. I look forward to seeing you at the football in 2018.

Go Blues! MARK LOGIUDICE PRESIDENT | CARLTON FC MEMBER NO. 12010170

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ONEONONE ONE-ON-ONE WITH BRENDON BOLTON

BRENDON BOLTON

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BRENDON BOLTON

It was your second season in the

hot seat as coach. Would you agree we were competitive for longer this season with a more inexperienced side?

Senior coach Brendon Bolton sits down with Carlton Media to give his take on the Blues’ 2017 campaign. CM BB

Carlton Media

Brendon Bolton

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That’s right, statistically it shows too. We’re only two years in (to our program) but we had lowered the age profile of our list significantly. We came into this season with 12 teenagers. In comparison to 2016, we blooded three more AFL debutants with players aged 18-20 combining for 102 more games (160) than last year. We led in final quarters in 11 of our 22 matches compared to eight last year. And we beat three top-eight sides to one in 2016. We beat Hawthorn for the first time since 2005. These are all examples to show that we’re building. We are arguably a harder side to play against now and we need to keep building that into 2018. Every win just adds that little bit more self-belief that they’re following a system and if they do it for each other and within that system, we’ll get results.

We blooded seven debutants

in 2017. Throughout the year you talked about the importance of game exposure for our young players. Was it premature to give them games this year?

As a coaching panel, we firmly believe exposure to games gives you great learning experiences, be that success or failure. I’ve said it on a number of occasions, but when we started this journey together two years ago there were going to be no quick fixes and we stated we were going to go to three drafts to build that depth on our list. The upcoming 2017 national draft will be our third year in the reset of bringing young talent into the Club with picks 3,10, 30 and 73*.

In saying that, we’ve been very clear that you have to earn your call-up. And to their credit, our young players who were blooded this year did just that. You’ve got to endure, and provided it’s safe and their bodies aren’t at risk of injury, we played them this season because we want to

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been more important. Do you believe they are key to influencing a young group like we have?

mentally harden our youngsters too. Their best learning is through games and we think that will pay us back in the long run for sustained success. CM

There were obvious signs

of growth this year amongst the group – five Rising Star nominations, our first All-Australian blazer in six years through Sam Docherty, not to mention the impressive form turnaround of Liam Jones, and the contribution from our senior leaders, who led the way on field. That shows we’re on the right track?

Absolutely. Our members shouldn’t underestimate the influence our leaders had on the young group this year. That’s evident through our skipper winning his second best and fairest, the contribution of veteran Kade Simpson and his recognition in the International Rules side, the leadership from Sam Docherty in the backline, Ed Curnow contributing to the program despite his injury. ‘Murph’ once again led from the front and set a terrific example to his teammates, going on to win his second John Nicholls Medal. This year, he played an integral role in ensuring players and coaches were aligned at all times. ‘Doc’ was our first All-Australian since 2011 and led the competition for marks and kicks, finishing second for metres gained.

Then you look to our Rising Star nominations this year. I think our previous club record was three in 2003; so to have five (and six within the last two years including Jacob Weitering) is a credit to our broader coaching panel, Stephen Silvagni and his list management team in identifying that younger talent coming through. We are very clear in the direction we are heading, with a really strong mix of leaders and emerging talent through the door. We are two years into a long-term plan that we believe will deliver this club sustained success and we make no apologies for the way we have gone about this reset over the past 24 months. We’re building and growing and I have no doubt our supporters can see that too. For us now, we need to get stability into our list and build that chemistry as an exciting young playing group. CM

With such a young playing list, the contribution of our leaders has almost never

T he key to what we’re doing, as a collective is our coaches uniting with our leadership group. We meet weekly and we have robust discussions. They (leaders) give me feedback on what worked and what didn’t during the week, and I also challenge or celebrate what they’ve done. It’s a really transparent leadership group. They’re really hungry and invested in our youngsters.

I think our leaders have embraced the role of trying to grow that young talent as quickly as they can, and the responsibility they’ve got to not only grow the talent but also perform. They know that for us to grow as a club to get to where we want to be, they need to drive those youngsters, and they’ve done that really well. They’ve all driven high standards and they all performed this season. We need to take that into next season too and there’ll be high expectations again. We’ve brought in exciting talent in Matthew Kennedy, Darcy Lang, Aaron Mullett and Matthew Lobbe this off-season. Don’t underestimate the contribution our new coaches will make too, in Cameron Bruce, David Teague, Brent Stanton and Jason Davenport next year and beyond, as well as our current crop in John Barker, Dale Amos, Tim Clarke, Shane Watson and Josh Fraser. CM

Touching on him earlier,

but forward-turned-defender Liam Jones was undeniably one of the storylines of the year for the Club. You don’t like to individualise players, but you must’ve been very proud of his on-field turnaround this season? How did the move down back come about for him?

T here’s no doubt. As you mention, I prefer not to individualise but it was such a terrific story for our club this season. From a playing perspective, it was no secret that Liam knew that this year was important for him. He will be the first to admit he was quite inconsistent for the last year and a half, and it’s easy just to worry about that, but to his credit – he had a growth mindset and was open to the possibility of playing in a new position.

Essentially, we had quite a few talls down at the Northern Blues (VFL)

but we thought Liam had the power and the ability to be really strong in the aerial ball. So given that combination, it was an informed decision from a few people to put him down back. Josh Fraser (VFL coach) and Dale Amos (backline coach) put in a lot of time with him too. We’ve found a key defender who can match it with the real big forwards. Often you have to recruit that or you have to grow it, like a (Jacob) Weitering, from a young age and it takes time. But we unearthed one and the challenge we put to him now is to continue that into 2018. It just reiterates the idea that players are externally judged too harshly and too quickly in what is a very challenging environment. The form turnaround just shows that people develop and grow at different rates and we shouldn’t have a preconceived idea. CM

Speaking of 2018,

the pre-season is quickly upon us. What does year three of the program look like?

Particularly in the last couple of months of the season this year, I thought we were moving the ball with some real speed from the defensive 50 to the forward 50. But that’s another step in our evolution – to defend and also move the ball with more fluency.

For us as a group, 2018 will be about synergy. You see those premiership teams that have had time together as a list. We have had a significant list change over the last three years (42 players turned over). And for us now, it’s about providing our players with time this season to build that synergy. That then naturally allows for chemistry to build amongst our group. We’re about to start the third year of a long-term plan so we’re putting some miles into our list now. Our members have seen growth and we quickly switch our focus to a really strong pre-season campaign heading into 2018. Personally, I’m excited to see what the next steps are for a Jarrod Pickett with some flair, Caleb Marchbank with his intercept marking and a full pre-season under his belt, Charlie Curnow and his leaping, Sam Petrevski-Seton through the middle left to right, a full season from Patrick Cripps and Ed Curnow in the contested game or even Tom Williamson and his Simpson-like dash down back.

Bring it on.

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CAPTAIN’S MESSAGE

Captain’s message / Another year passes by and we use the downtime to take stock and reflect on the season that was. Our second season under Brendon Bolton and his coaching panel was a year about development, with an even younger list and exciting talent on show resulting in a club record of five Rising Star nominations. We were in most of our games this season and I’m confident our supporters would’ve left games thinking we’re playing the right brand of football and are now on the right track. Personally, I’d never played in a win against Hawthorn. We’d been waiting a while, and to achieve that late in the season with a pretty young side was something special. In the back half of the season we had a number of injuries, which put more of a load on our shoulders, particularly through the midfield. The way in which the senior guys stood up with a young list was impressive – at times it was tough, but the enjoyment we got out of playing with guys in their first and second years and seeing their growth was really exciting for us. I look forward to seeing what our young players have to offer next year and beyond. I look at

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them now as a 30-year-old and wish I could do things that they can on the field!

the competition. I’m confident we’ve gone about it the right way but we need to keep going.

On behalf of the playing group, I’d like to acknowledge our departing players. Dennis Armfield hangs up the boots after 10 years in the navy blue. Always a team-first player, ‘Dang’ will be missed around the Club. To Bryce Gibbs, Dylan Buckley, Blaine Boekhorst, Billie Smedts, Kristian Jaksch, Liam Sumner, Ciaran Sheehan, Rhys Palmer, Daniel Gorringe, Simon White, Andrew Gallucci and Matthew Korcheck, thank you for your efforts with the boys over the years.

We’re only going to get fitter and stronger over the pre-season campaign. The young guys soak up everything you do; as leaders, there’s an importance in understanding what you’re doing day-to-day around the Club – be it out on the track or in the gym – and knowing the young players are soaking that up. But it’s not about me as captain. It’s also about the other leaders. The leaders continue to set high standards but it takes everyone to play their part and I encourage you as a group to continue to drive high standards through 2018 and beyond.

I’d also like to congratulate the Club on the genuine success of the inaugural AFLW program. All parts of this football club are now truly bound by blue and to Damien Keeping and Lauren Arnell, best of luck to your team for the upcoming campaign.

We’re becoming a hard side to play against now and we’ll continue to develop our game this pre-season. There’s plenty of hard work ahead and we’ll add layers but I think the next 12 months will be really exciting.

The more we develop our people, the better off we’ll be. I’ve said it publicly a few times this year, but I genuinely think the football club is in the best shape it has been since I arrived. From the playing group and coaching panel, through to the support staff and administration, we’re all on the same page and incredibly driven to succeed and get this club back to being a powerhouse in

Finally, I wish you a wonderful upcoming holiday period. I ask our supporters to sign up as members for the 2018 campaign as your support will only help get us to where we all want to be – back to the top.

Bring on Round 1. MARC MURPHY CAPTAIN | CARLTON FC MEMBER NO. 21817920

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RISING STARS

CHARLIE CURNOW CC Curnow received a Rising Star nomination following his dazzling display against Melbourne in Round 16, collecting 19 disposals, 10 marks, two goals and four tackles. After six senior appearances in 2016, the 194cm forward missed only one game in his second season, and was one of only five players across the league to average at least 1.5 contested marks and 2.5 tackles per game in 2017. Curnow finished the season ranked first among the Rising Star nominees for total marks (119) and total contested marks (36). He managed a career-high 11 marks against Adelaide in Round 15.

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RISING STARS

JACK SILVAGNI JS

The future looks bright at the Blues and stars are starting to align… not least the Blues’ latest crop of Rising Star nominees. In what was one of the storylines of the year, and in a club record, Carlton secured five Rising Star nominations in 2017 – Caleb Marchbank in Round 6, Sam Petrevski-Seton in Round 7, David Cuningham in Round 12, Jack Silvagni in Round 13 and finally, Charlie Curnow in Round 16. Promising forward Curnow was Carlton’s highest vote-getter at September’s AFL Rising Star function, placing fourth with 27 votes overall.

Carlton Media sat down with the Blues’ 2017 Rising Stars to learn more about the ‘Fabulous Five’.

Silvagni was afforded a Rising Star nomination after he collected 13 disposals, six marks, five inside-50s and two goals against Gold Coast in Round 13. After eight games for the Blues in his debut season last year, the young forward booted 19 goals across 20 games in 2017, with a career-high three majors against Gold Coast in Round 4 and Melbourne in Round 16. The 19-yearold finished the season ranked equal third among the Rising Star nominees for total marks taken (23) and tackles laid (18) inside 50.

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How did you all find out about your respective nominations?

I didn’t know I was eligible, to be honest. I was in the team meeting and Kade Simpson got me to stand up in front of the group. I thought he was going to stitch me up but instead he told me I won the nomination, so I was pretty relieved.

SPS

We were in the team meeting and Patrick Cripps and Marc Murphy got up and said a few nice things about my game and then (development coach) Andrew Walker, who has been a bit of a mentor to me, told me I’d been nominated.

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I got a phone call from Brendon Bolton and to be honest, I was a bit surprised. I thought I played okay in that game against GWS, but still a fair way off some of the other guys, so I suppose they didn’t have too many young players to choose from that week!

I was in the team meeting too and ‘Murph’ got the other boys who had been previously nominated to stand up, and then said that I had got the nod for that week.

(Brother) Ed Curnow got me into the gym just before training and I thought we were filming something for the Club’s website and then he told me. I actually thought it was a bit of a stitchup to start with, but then he said he was being serious so it started to sink in then.

How did it feel when you learnt of your nomination?

It’s definitely a massive honour to get a nomination and I’m very privileged to get one. As I said earlier, I didn’t even realise I was eligible to get nominated, so it came as a bit of a surprise! But I’m happy about playing footy again and it’s nice to be able to start getting that continuity in my performances and games.

Yeah, I was pretty excited. It’s nice to get the recognition but I guess it’s better sharing it with the other guys who got nominated too.

It was nice getting the nomination but I think it’s just generally good for the Club. It shows we’re on the right track in terms of our development. Having five nominations this year is a pretty good sign for the future.

SPS

It’s pretty great for us as individuals, but mainly for the Club. It’s a real privilege to get the nomination in my first year, because you try to play as many games as you can and perform as well as you can to keep your spot. To be one of five nominations for the Club is a big privilege and something we should all be proud of. I think it’s a really good sign of the direction the Club is heading in. It gives our supporters and members a real good insight as to where we’re heading and where we’re at.

What does it mean for each of you to pull on the navy blue guernsey?

To be given the opportunity to pull on the jumper for the Club I supported as a kid, and the Club that both my dad and grandad represented is something I don’t take for granted. It’s very special.

Obviously it was a tough decision to leave the Giants, but I was impressed with the young list and the talent the Club had, so that was one of the main drivers for me to make that decision to come to the Blues. I’ve loved every minute down in Melbourne and it’s a great club.

To play at the same club as my brother, which doesn’t happen too often these days in AFL, is pretty special. Even just having him here to guide me initially made the transition easier for me. But I love the Club and the boys.

We’re a young group, but seeing the growth, particularly over the last 12 months, hopefully shows we’re on the right track in terms of our development so it’s going to be a special club to be a part of.

SPS

Carlton is one of the biggest clubs in the system and has a really great history. I’m trying to learn as much as I can about the Club and it’s just a great place to be a part of.

Obviously with Ed there, I can go to him for anything or for any questions... I think mum and dad are pretty happy we’re at the same club! He is a real credit to our family. I’ve also worked closely with Matt Wright and Levi Casboult up forward too, and learning a lot from them.

Who have been your mentors since you arrived at the Club?

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Marchbank received a Rising Star nod following his performance in the Blues’ 19-point win over Sydney in Round 6 where he amassed 21 possessions, 10 marks and four inside-50s. The 20-year-old featured in 16 games during his first season at Carlton and finished 2017 ranked first among the Rising Star nominees for average intercepts (6.06) and marks (6.38) per game. The young defender took a career-high six intercept marks against Collingwood in Round 7, the second-most taken by a Carlton player in a game this season.

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Playing down back I have worked closely with both Kade Simpson and Sam Docherty – I really look up to them. Sam is obviously young himself but he’s someone I look to and learn off already. Kade is the old head of our backline group and he’s been terrific to me since coming to the Club. Dale Amos, our backline coach this year, has also been a big help with me becoming a better intercept player.

I worked pretty closely with Murph this year, doing reviews with him and even reviewing his game together most weeks so I’ve really learnt a lot from him on a personal level. Tim Clarke, our midfield coach this year, has been enormous for my game too.

Yeah, the great thing about Murph is that what he expects of himself he expects of the group too – whether that’s giving feedback or not, he’s been great for us as a young group.

Murph for mine, too. I think everyone would agree that he’s pretty easygoing and easy to have a conversation with.

SPS

Bolts has also been great for my development. He’s obviously got that teaching background which helps to nurture us in how we learn, and an ability to make you feel welcome. He’s the smiling assassin, but he also brings a lot of enthusiasm and he’s been terrific for me.

Yeah, it’s been well documented we have a young list, but he (Bolts) doesn’t really care about how old you are or how many games you’ve played – it’s about how you’re performing on the weekend.

He (Bolts) preaches that nothing is given to you – it has to be earned. To be able to have the opportunity to play under him and grow under him in years to come is something that excites us as a playing group.

I guess overall our leaders at the Club generally have been impressive. They’re all doing long hours and showing us the way and sending really good messages across the group.

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Jack, it’s no secret you come from the Silvagni stock. How have you coped with the pressure and is it a point of difference for you at the Club?

Samo, you come from one of the most remote parts of Australia in Halls Creek (over seven hours west of Broome in Western Australia). Why did you want to come to Victoria?

I haven’t really taken much notice of it to be honest. I’ve known nothing different since I was a kid. I’ve been brought up in a normal family.

SPS

Playing footy in Melbourne was what I always wanted. I spent four years in Perth and wanted a new challenge. I’m really grateful to be here at Carlton. I’m enjoying life here, and I’m just trying to adapt. I’m lucky because a lot of people from where I come from never get a chance to fly to major cities. Melbourne is the home of footy and that’s what I love about it.

I’ve been aware of what mum, dad and granddad did in their lives and their careers, but it’s never been something that has held me in any different regard to anyone else. I’ve been brought up to be humble and respectful so it doesn’t give me any sort of privilege over other kids or anyone else at the Club.

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After three senior games for Carlton in 2016, Cuningham returned to the Blues’ line-up for eight appearances in 2017. The speedy midfielder was rewarded with a Rising Star nomination following his efforts during the Blues’ thrilling one-point win over GWS that saw him tally 19 disposals, five marks and two goals. The 20-year-old finished the season ranked fourth among the Rising Star nominees for average inside-50s per game (2.75), with a career-high six against North Melbourne in Round 10.

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SAM PETREVSKISETON

I grew up playing footy, but also competing in rodeo. I liked the adrenaline. You’ve only got eight seconds to perform and you’ve got to hang on — it’s a long eight seconds! I guess competing in the rodeo was just an ordinary thing growing up. But Bolts has made it pretty clear that I won’t be doing that while I’m playing footy, probably for the best (laughs).

SPS

After making his AFL debut in the Blues’ opening-round clash against Richmond, Petrevski-Seton went on to receive a Rising Star nomination in Round 7. In that match against Collingwood, the 19-year-old gathered 22 possessions (10 contested) and booted two goals. Petrevski-Seton pulled on his No.5 guernsey on 20 occasions in 2017, and finished the season ranked second among the Rising Star nominees for total contested possessions (176), clearances (42) and tackles (95).

Charlie, you drew comparisons to Anthony Koutoufides this year, which you copped a bit of stick for from the boys! What was your response to that?

(Laughs) ‘Kouta’ was obviously a star of the game. I looked at his game growing up and he used to fly over packs and take big marks and I would love to do that eventually too, but if I could be half as good a player as him I’d be happy. I found it pretty funny though.

What areas of your game did you want to improve this year?

that mid/forward role, so it was about getting involved both offensively and defensively and applying that pressure. I look at Murph’s running power too – he’s generally in our top few in the data and he works so hard off the ball and I wanted to try to emulate that. JS

I worked closely with backline coach Dale (Amos) on my intercept marking and dropping off my man. I like to think it has been a strength of mine, knowing when to drop off my man and come help another teammate. It’s a focus in my game, to drive that in my performance. I spent a few weeks in the VFL this year trying to find some form, and Bolts said that I had some key areas of my game to work on to be able to crack into the AFL side. I’ve been playing

I guess there are always things you can work on. My set-shot on goal for instance is something I’m always working on. I’m still working on a few things to hopefully get my impact on games greater. As a side this year though, we were in positions where we’d be in it the whole game but not get the result, so we want to build on that in 2018 and see out the games to get the wins.

This year I worked a lot on my running patterns, and running to the right spots.

SPS

It’s all a learning curve I guess. It’s about learning little habits about how to get up for each game, like focusing on your arousal levels before the game and trying to get a routine pre-game. But on field, it’s about working on applying pressure on the footy and reading the play, or getting forward of the ball – just those little things that I want to continue to build on.

Do you spend more time together as the young players of the Club?

Yeah, we tend to gravitate towards each other anyway and have a good time together.

It was such a young group this season– we had a fair few inexperienced players so naturally you spend time with those players. I think we’re starting to step up both on and off the field so we just need to continue that as a young list, and learning off the older guys too. They’ve been fantastic for us. And as a group, we all know the hard work continues.

I guess a lot of the young boys feed off each other and there’s a fair bit of banter too, so it’s a pretty energetic club at the moment, except for your older guys like Kade Simpson who are trying to get us all to shut up!

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DENNIS ARMFIELD WAS THE EPITOME OF A TEAM-FIRST FOOTBALLER

There may have been more gifted, more adept Carlton footballers along the way, but few more ‘heart and soul’ than

DENNIS ARMFIELD

Indisputably a fan favourite, and a proud Life Member of the Club he so loyally and capably served, Dennis Armfield fought back tears in calling time before his fellow players on the afternoon of Monday 7 August. “ Carlton has obviously been incredibly special to me over the past decade. This place has been my second home and the people; my second family. I am indebted to the Club,” Armfield said. “ I have no doubt it’s going to be pretty hard to leave. The friends and memories I have made here will stay with me for life. But, with the number of exciting young players now coming through, it feels right to call time.” By year’s end, Armfield had given Carlton 10 seasons and 145 games of dedicated senior service as a committed gut-runner. The 131st of them – Round 11, 2016 against Brisbane at Etihad – saw him eclipse Ollie Grieve’s record for most games in the No.27. That was a record which had stood for almost 64 years, or more precisely 23,282 days.

“ Getting your name on the locker was a proud moment because you then realise you’re part of the history forever (and) as for breaking Ollie’s record, this is a real ‘wow’ moment because you know you’ve created your own history,” Armfield said at the time. “ You hear the stories of Ollie and Des English, so wearing their number is a real badge of honour.” Off the paddock, Armfield was every bit as dedicated to those most in need – and so it was in 2015 that he was awarded the Jim Stynes Community Leadership Award for his work as an ambassador for Odyssey House Drug and Rehabilitation Centre. Equally, he has contributed as a regular volunteer at the Royal Children’s Hospital and for The Big Issue. Named Carlton’s Best Clubman in 2012 and 2017, Armfield was elevated to the Blues’ leadership group in what was his final year, having accepted a part-time specialistcoaching role with the Blues’ inaugural AFLW outfit.

Head of Football Andrew McKay, who played the game as hard as anyone, lauded Armfield for his well-rounded contributions to Carlton, the game of Australian Rules football and the community at large. “ Dennis was the epitome of a team-first footballer and he has been a very loyal servant of the Carlton Football Club for over ten years,” McKay said. “ He has been a fantastic role model for our younger players and along with his on-field contribution, has been a passionate ambassador for a number of charities who have benefitted from his work in that space. His recent integration into the Club’s AFLW program speaks volumes of his genuine passion in helping others. “ Importantly, on behalf of everyone at the Carlton Football Club, we wish Dennis and his wife Abby the very best for their future.”

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LIAM JONES CINDERELLA MAN

CINDE MAN In sporting circles, the term ‘Cinderella’ has long been identified with the athlete who realises far greater success than reasonably expected. The expression is taken from the wellknown European folk tale of unjust oppression and triumphant reward.

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It is said that the term was first applied in a sporting context more than 80 years ago – as far back as June 13, 1935 when the renowned American journalist Damon Runyan dubbed James J. Braddock ‘The Cinderella Man’.

Braddock, initially forced out of boxing due to complications with a badly fractured right hand, worked the docks through the dim dark days of The Great Depression, before wresting the world heavyweight boxing championship from Max Baer at Madison Square Garden that night – and earning Runyan’s famed epithet in the process. James J. Braddock was 29 years of age and 84 fights into his professional career when he beat Baer by unanimous points. By comparison, Liam Jones - Carlton’s and indeed football’s Cinderella Man – is 26 years of age and 95 games into his senior League tenure at the time of writing - and a newly-inked two-year deal hard-earned for recent wins over AFL heavyweights like Hogan, Patton and Walker ensures he’ll

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L ERELLA continue to fill the pages of his very own Cinderella story. It would be difficult to identify another footballer who could lay claim to a more dramatic or indeed timely reversal of fortune than Jones – and yet the metamorphosis was months in the making. That said, Jones is adamant his motivation wasn’t governed by any fear he’d be out the door in 12 months, for in brutal truth he believed that with the emergence of Charlie Curnow and Harry McKay, League football had already passed him by. “ It wasn’t really about ‘survive, try to get another year’,” Jones said. “ The mentality was more along the lines of ‘if this is going to be my last year, I don’t want any opponent to think he got the best of me whether in the VFL or anywhere else’. I just wanted to give 100 per cent, put my body on the line and do my best and go out on a good note. “ I wanted to do my best for the Northern Blues early in the year

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and I was desperate to play VFL finals and dominate the series. I wanted to go down swinging – and then the opportunity came.” It is a matter of record that the turning point happened on the evening of April 7, on the eve of the Northern Blues’ season opener at North Port Oval. How well the big bloke remembers the moment. “ It was on the Friday night before the Round 1 VFL game against Port Melbourne. I came out of our main meeting, Josh Fraser said ‘Go with the defenders into their meeting’ and I said ‘Oh, okay’,” Jones said. “ I headed into that meeting and someone said ‘You’re playing back this week, to which I replied ‘I don’t think so’. I then went in to the main meeting and ‘Frase’ said:

‘ Jones, we’re going to chuck you in the backline’. I had no idea.”

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Thinking back on it now, Jones believed Fraser was out to further his player’s currency as a swingman who could also play ruck – and to say that he was nervous heading into that Boroughs fixture is something of an understatement. Save for a three-game stint at full-back for the AIS years before, Jones had never played there, and as he said: “I knew about the structures on paper, but to go out there and live them was kind of tricky.” A month of matches up back for Northern – the pick of them against Sandringham when he stood Josh Bruce at Preston – afforded Jones the necessary grounding for a truly memorable one-on-one contest with GWS’ Jonathon Patton in that famous one-point victory at Etihad Stadium in June. In the immediate aftermath of Jones’ slashing showing on Patton, Carlton senior coach Brendon Bolton offered measured praise of his full-back and those “little signs in his first game of AFL.”

“ Some of his aerial contested work to kill the ball, get a big fist on it, was a great step for him and us as a footy club,” Bolton said.

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For Jones, the poignancy of the moment was truly palpable. “ It felt like a completely different game,” he said of that experience. “To be back there watching the ball come in, and not leading or presenting... It was exciting to get good at something new.” In reflecting on his breakout 2017 season, Jones also recalled a pre-season heart to heart with Bolton with the aforementioned vow to leave no stone unturned in terms of his diet and training. “ I told ‘Bolts’ I wanted to put all my focus into my footy so that I’d have no regrets if it wasn’t to work out,” Jones said. “ It was all about giving 100 per cent effort. I thought it and he thought it, and that was the conversation we had. “ Since then, Josh Fraser has been amazing in giving me belief. In the past, if a coach was to come up to me saying ‘Jones, we’re putting you in the backline’, I might have lost confidence because I wasn’t cutting it up forward - whereas now I realise I can play down forward, play up back and play in the ruck, and ‘Frase’ has constantly preached that to me. “For me this is something new and exciting.” To his eternal credit, Jones has fulfilled his part of the bargain. Physically, he’s quite probably the lightest he’s been in years, whilst mentally he’s in a good place. As he said: “Getting older and learning to enjoy the game has probably been the biggest thing. It’s been a long time coming, to have lost that fear of failure and to go out there, play with freedom and really enjoy my football.” While Jones’ topsy-turvy time in the game may have earned him more than his fair share of detractors – the external noise has never been an issue for him. “ I’ve always loved football. I slept with a footy when I was a kid and I’ve always enjoyed watching it. It’s hard not to shut it (adverse publicity) out, but I haven’t read a paper for years or watched any of the footy shows,” he said. “ I’m at that point where footy is a great job, I love playing it at this level and I just try to do my best.”

As far as he’s come this season, of personal concern to Jones was his late showings on Tom Hawkins in Round 19 and Lance Franklin in the final round – the bitter in the sweet for the Blueboy in the No. 14. But in both instances, Jones took away plenty. “ Hawkins played high, much like a midfielder, and by the end of the night he had almost 30 possessions,” he said. “ In moving up the ground he got involved very early - and I needed to be switched on from the outset so that those little touches didn’t happen, and I could try to get him into a contest as much as possible.” As for ‘Buddy’, and having scoured the video, Jones is adamant “it was just a position thing.” “ I was standing in front of him (Franklin) in stages and sometimes didn’t have time to get back. I would have been better off standing behind him given the clean ball movement they (the Swans) had so that I wasn’t blindsided.” With that new contract safely inked, Jones is already counting down the days to the first bounce. As he said: “I do believe my best football is ahead of me. I find that my body is handling training, weights and contact now, that I can really push through that and get some bigger results.” The legions of Carlton supporters watching on will also be truly heartened to

learn that the best is yet to come for The Cinderella Man. “ I was only thinking about this earlier this year, that if I actually lined up on myself I’d destroy the player I used to be a few years ago – fitness-wise, strength-wise, speed-wise be it forward or back,” Jones said. “ The way I’m seeing the game is better than I ever have.” Jones hasn’t seen Cinderella Man on the big screen, so doesn’t subscribe to the theory that he is football’s answer to Braddock. But he understands and appreciates that in the court of public opinion his story has truly resonated. “ I was recently in a café in Darwin and a bloke walked up and said ‘I’d just like to congratulate you on your season’. Though I don’t read the papers or take too much notice, hearing a few comments like that is good to hear,” Jones said. “ All I know is that at about this time last year I was training my bum off coming into the last year of my contract. I came to the realisation that hard work does pay off and if things aren’t going your way they’ll eventually turn because they have to.” Jones also knows that if you want something bad enough in life there’s nothing that can really stop you. “ Even if you work to one hundred per cent of your ability and don’t quite make it you can’t question yourself or your commitment,” Jones said.

“ And if my story of fighting through some doubt when I looked like I might have been done has actually helped someone push through a little bit harder then that’s nice.”

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THANKS + FAREWELL

Thanks + farewell

The Carlton Football Club wishes to acknowledge the following players who will depart the Club at the conclusion of the 2017 season.

4 BRYCE GIBBS Selected by Carlton with pick 1 in the 2006 national draft, Gibbs racked up an impressive 231 games over 11 years at the Club. Throughout his decorated career in navy blue Gibbs won Carlton’s Best First Year Player in 2007, the John Nicholls Medal in 2014 and was elected as vice-captain in 2015. He also won a host of AFL awards including a Rising Star nomination, International Rules selection and a nod in the 2014 All-Australian squad.

LIAM SUMNER

CIARAN SHEEHAN

RHYS PALMER

DENNIS ARMFIELD

In 2015, Carlton welcomed Liam Sumner from the Giants. The midfielder managed 32 senior appearances over his sixyear career, with his pressure and intensity a trademark of his game. The 24-year-old was also a staple for the Northern Blues.

Recruited via the 2010 rookie draft as an international selection, the County Cork local managed to pull on the navy blue jumper six times. Although the Irish-born defender was plagued by a series of hip and groin injuries throughout his time at Ikon Park, his resolve and positive attitude helped him become a solid contributor for the Northern Blues.

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Palmer arrived at Ikon Park from the Giants during the 2016 trade period. Initially drafted by Fremantle with its first-round selection in 2007, the 28-yearold amassed 123 games over 10 seasons, across the three clubs. The Western Australian won the 2008 Rising Star award after a breakout first season.

Carlton’s Best Clubman in 2017, Armfield leaves the Blues as a Life Member and fan favourite. Drafted in 2007 with Carlton’s third-round selection, the speedy forward went on to make his debut in Round 10, 2008 against Geelong. After announcing his retirement in August, the 30-yearold finishes his career on 145 games.

THANKS + FAREWELL

DYLAN BUCKLEY

BLAINE BOEKHORST

BILLIE SMEDTS

KRISTIAN JAKSCH

A father-son selection, Buckley made his way to Carlton in the 2013 national draft. The speedy forward pulled on the guernsey 39 times for the senior side and was awarded a Rising Star nomination in Round 2, 2014.

Boekhorst played 25 senior games for the Blues after being drafted as a mature-age recruit in 2014. The 24-year-old made his debut in Carlton’s Round 4 clash with the Saints in New Zealand 2015, and was awarded the Club’s Best First Year Player in the same year.

DANIEL GORRINGE

SIMON WHITE

ANDREW GALLUCCI

After a season riddled with injury, Gorringe decided to hang up the boots on a career that spanned over seven years across two clubs. The ruckman played seven games for the Blues after arriving at Ikon Park as a delisted free agent in 2015 and was a constant contributor for the Northern Blues.

The versatile defender joined Carlton via the 2010 rookie draft, before being upgraded to the senior list in the same year. Originally hailing from Western Australia, White played 87 games in the navy blue after making his debut in Round 4, 2010 against Adelaide. In 2015, White was awarded Best Clubman at the John Nicholls Medal.

After three seasons at Greater Western Sydney, Jaksch landed at the Blues in 2015. He made his senior debut in the Round 1 clash with Richmond in front of 83,000 at the MCG. The 22-year-old managed seven games throughout his career at Carlton and was a solid performer for the Northern Blues.

After playing 38 games for Geelong, Smedts arrived at Carlton during the 2016 trade period. He made his debut in navy blue in Round 1 against Richmond and went on to play eight more games for the Club.

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Gallucci returned to the VFL in 2017 after injuries forced him to sit on the sidelines for 12 months. Though he wasn’t able to make his senior debut, the small forward continued to excite in the forward line for the Northern Blues since his arrival in 2015.

Hailing from the United States, the 208cm International Rookie was unable to make his senior debut, but he managed to pull on the navy blue guernsey for Round 2 of the JLT Community Series. He was a mainstay in the Northern Blues’ line-up, instantly boosting their ruck-stocks and providing a tall target.

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ALL-AUSTRALIAN DOC TALKS TEAM FIRST

It took a little time... six seasons in fact... but the Carlton Football Club is again represented in football’s most coveted combine. At Melbourne’s Palais Theatre on the cusp of the September finals campaign, Sam Docherty’s name was called on a half-back flank – one of 22 elite players named in the 2017 All-Australian team. Not since 2011, when Chris Judd and Marc Murphy made the cut, has a Carltonite earned All-Australian status. The 24-year-old Docherty’s elevation follows another outstanding season – his fourth since following his dream from Brisbane – in which he emerged with a ranking of first in the league for marks (199) and kicks (460). Docherty featured in all 22 matches though the 2017 home-and-away campaign, which took in a career-high 39 disposals against Sydney in Round 6 and 15 marks against Hawthorn in Round 22. A highly respected member of Carlton's seven-man leadership group, Docherty is contracted to the Club he supported as a kid, at least until the end of 2018 – and he ain’t going nowhere.

As he said following his meritorious second to Marc Murphy in the John Nicholls Medal count: “I love playing for the Club, it’s been a pleasing few years and I can’t wait for next year to start to be honest.” Docherty’s elevation to All-Australian status has rightly earned the player a healthy respect beyond the boundaries of Ikon Park. But ‘The Doc’, just as the way he plays, takes it all in his stride. “ The thing that’s driving me now is taking this group to a premiership. That’s where we all are as a group and that’s where I am as an individual,” he said.

“ (For) all the individual awards in the world, as nice as they are and as good a recognition as they are of your personal year, it would be better if we can take one home as a group.”

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2017 DEBUTANTS

2017 debutants 5 SAM PETREVSKISETON

HARRY MCKAY

BILLIE SMEDTS

CALEB MARCHBANK DOB 7 December 1996

DOB 19 February 1998

DOB 24 December 1997

DOB 8 June 1992

Carlton Games 20

Carlton Games 2

AFL Games 47

Carlton Debut Round 1, 2017 v Richmond

Carlton Debut Round 18, 2017 v Brisbane

Carlton Debut Round 1, 2017 v Richmond

Recruited First-round selection (No. 6 overall) 2016 national draft

Recruited First-round selection (No. 10 overall) 2015 national draft

Recruited Traded from Geelong Cats

Recruited Traded from GWS Giants

“ Carlton is one of the biggest clubs in the system and has a really great history… I’m trying to learn as much as I can about the Club and it’s a great club to be a part of.”

“ It was really exciting to pull on the navy blue for the first time, the family came up which was really nice. All the older guys were fantastic and made it easy for me to come in and play my role.”

“ I’d like to help my teammates out as much as possible and play as many games as I can throughout the year. I can’t wait to play my first game in the navy blue.”

“ I’m just really happy about playing footy again. Carlton is a great club and it’s great to have family and friends around me.”

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AFL Games 23

Carlton Games 16

Seven young players had their first taste of AFL football this season, making their muchawaited senior appearance, while five new Blues made their Carlton debut in 2017.

RHYS PALMER

ZAC FISHER

HARRISON MACREADIE

DOB 13 February 1989

DOB 15 June 1998

DOB 11 April 1998

AFL Games Carlton Games 123 1

Carlton Games 17

Carlton Games 8

Carlton Debut Round 3, 2017 v Essendon

Carlton Debut Round 4, 2017 v Gold Coast

Carlton Debut Round 1, 2017 v Richmond

Recruited Traded from Fremantle Dockers

Recruited Second-round selection (No. 27 overall) 2016 national draft

Recruited Third-round selection (No. 47 overall) 2016 national draft

“ I feel really privileged to represent such a great club with so much history. I’m loving my time at Carlton and really settling into the Melbourne lifestyle.”

“ It was pretty bizarre, I think everyone’s first game is a bit of a shock, so I just focused on going out there and embracing it. It’s a privilege to wear the number 25, it’s a huge honour and I wear it with a lot of pride.”

“ It was a great experience, one that I will remember forever. Kade Simpson and Sam Docherty told me to play my natural game and go for it because you may only have one chance.”

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CAMERON POLSON

TOM WILLIAMSON

JARROD PICKETT

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DOB 11 March 1998

DOB 12 December 1998

DOB 18 August 1996

DOB 29 September 1987

Carlton Games 1

Carlton Games 15

Carlton Games 16

AFL Games Carlton Games 60 7

Carlton Debut Round 5, 2017 v Port Adelaide

Carlton Debut Round 3, 2017 v Essendon

Carlton Debut Round 1, 2017 v Richmond

Carlton Debut Round 6, 2017 v Sydney

Recruited Fourth-round selection (No. 59 overall) 2016 national draft

Recruited Fourth-round selection (No. 61 overall) 2016 national draft

Recruited Traded from GWS Giants

Recruited Second-round selection (No. 23 overall) 2016 rookie draft

“ It was a really good feeling to make my debut. I was really excited before the game. My Mum, Dad, brother and sister all flew over to Adelaide to support me which is great.”

“ It was massive for me to run out on the MCG, in front of my family as well, after all that they’ve done for me and the support they’ve given me.”

“ It was initially pretty nerve-racking to hear the roar at the MCG but I’m really excited to hopefully get that opportunity to run out there with the team again.”

“ It’s been a while since I’ve been in the Gatorade shower so it’s been fantastic. I’m trying to dominate, not just participate in the program.”

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SEASON OPENER RD1 V RICHMOND

RD2 V MELBOURNE

Sunday 2 April MCG / 3:20pm

Thursday 23 March More than

73,000 footy fans in attendance

MCG / 7:20pm CARLTON 4.3 7.4 12.4 14.5 (89) RICHMOND 7.3 13.5 15.11 20.12 (132)

MELBOURNE 3.2 6.4 7.5 13.8 (86) CARLTON 2.2 4.6 7.8 9.10 (64) Official Crowd 46, 727

Official Crowd 73,137

TRYING HIS HAND IN THE FORWARD LINE

WEITERING BOOTED THREE G ALS IN AN ENTERTAINING CONTEST WITH ALEX RANCE

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Goals Wright 3, Weitering 3, Kreuzer 2, J.Silvagni 2, Gibbs, Thomas, Casboult, Armfield Milestones Sam Petrevski-Seton, AFL debut Harrison Macreadie, AFL debut Jarrod Pickett, AFL debut Caleb Marchbank, Carlton debut Billie Smedts, Carlton debut A new-look Carlton model featuring five first-gamers in the navy blue took to the hallowed turf of the MCG for the traditional season opener with Richmond. With more than 73,000 footy fans watching on, Carlton supporters caught their first glimpse of Harrison Macreadie, Sam Petrevski-Seton, Jarrod Pickett, Caleb Marchbank and Billie Smedts. In what was a tough task against a dominant opposition, Carlton fell 43 points short, but Marc Murphy led from the front in his first match since Round 10, 2016.

RD2 CONT. Goals Wright 3, Murphy, E.Curnow, Petrevski-Seton, Casboult, Armfield, Pickett

PICKETTâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S FIRST G AL

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Sunday 9 April MCG / 3:20pm CARLTON 1.5 3.10 5.14 7.15 (57) ESSENDON 3.1 4.3 6.4 6.6 (42) Official Crowd 48,022 Goals Murphy 2, E.Curnow, Cripps, Petrevski-Seton, Kreuzer, Kerridge Milestones Tom Williamson, AFL debut Rhys Palmer, Carlton debut In wet and blustery conditions, the Blues celebrated their first victory of 2017 – a 15-point triumph over arch-rival Essendon at the MCG. The Club also celebrated its heritage, running out in a special ‘Blueout’ guernsey designed to recognise the iconic streets of Carlton and highlighting its bluestone features.

RD4 V

RD5 V

GOLD COAST SUNS

PORT ADELAIDE

Saturday 15 April Etihad Stadium / 7:25pm

Friday 21 April Adelaide Oval / 7:20pm

CARLTON 2.4 6.6 7.7 12.10 (82)

PORT ADELAIDE 5.3 8.6 14.16 20.17 (137)

GOLD COAST SUNS 3.0 6.1 13.3 17.6 (108)

CARLTON 1.4 2.9 2.9 6.11 (47)

Official Crowd 24,968

Official Crowd 43,120

Goals J.Silvagni 3, Casboult 3, Simpson, E.Curnow, Fisher, Pickett, Weitering, Rowe

Goals Casboult 4, Gibbs, J.Silvagni

Milestones Zac Fisher, AFL debut

FISHER DEBUT

Milestones Cameron Polson, AFL debut

POLSON DEBUT

Former Docker and Giant Rhys Palmer ran out for his first appearance in Carlton colours, while 2016 draftee Tom Williamson made his AFL debut, making a smooth transition into the Blues’ backline which held firm in a lowscoring affair.

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VER THE OLD FOE RD7

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SYDNEY SWANS

COLLINGWOOD

Saturday 6 May

CRIPPS 50TH AFL GAME

MCG / 2:10pm COLLINGWOOD 1.3 3.5 7.6 8.8 (56) CARLTON 3.4 6.5 11.5 12.7 (79) Official Crowd 70,279

Saturday 29 April MCG / 2:10pm CARLTON 1.3 5.4 10.7 15.7 (97) SYDNEY SWANS 3.2 6.6 8.10 11.12 (78) Official Crowd 32,802 Goals Wright 4, Casboult 2, Kreuzer 2, Smedts 2, Simpson, Cripps, E.Curnow, Petrevski-Seton, Weitering

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Goals Petrevski-Seton 2, Wright 2, Casboult 2, Simpson, Thomas, Graham, Gibbs, C.Curnow, Weitering Milestones Patrick Cripps, 50 AFL games Alex Silvagni, Carlton debut Caleb Marchbank, Rising Star nomination

Carlton responded to the Port Adelaide loss with a stunning 21-point victory over Sydney at the MCG. In his first game in the navy blue, Alex Silvagni took Lance Franklin to the cleaners, keeping the Swans spearhead to just one goal. Sam Docherty was also crucial with 39 touches out of defence, while youngster Caleb Marchbank impressed to earn the Round 6 Rising Star nomination.

Milestones Sam Kerridge, 50 AFL games Sam Petrevski-Seton, Rising Star nomination

The Blues backed up the Sydney triumph with a disciplined and controlled 23-point win over old foe Collingwood. Raining on the Magpies’ parade, Dale Thomas booted a sugar-sweet sealer and Sam Petrevski-Seton followed Marchbank with the Blues’ second Rising Star nomination of the season.

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ST KILDA

FREMANTLE

NORTH MELBOURNE

Saturday 13 May Etihad Stadium / 2:10pm

Sunday 21 May Domain Stadium / 2:40pm

Sunday 28 May Etihad Stadium / 3:20pm

ST KILDA 4.3 6.5 9.8 12.13 (85)

FREMANTLE 1.2 5.4 10.7 13.8 (86)

CARLTON 2.0 7.2 12.4 15.6 (96)

CARLTON 4.0 6.1 9.3 10.6 (66)

CARLTON 4.4 5.6 6.9 7.9 (51)

NORTH MELBOURNE 7.2 11.3 12.6 17.11 (113)

Official Crowd 38,014

Official Crowd 30,313

Official Crowd 32,802

Goals Cripps 2, Murphy 2, J.Silvagni 2, Gibbs, Weitering, Williamson, C.Curnow

Goals Casboult 2, Gibbs, Murphy, Docherty, Fisher, Thomas

Goals Gibbs 3, Docherty 2, C.Curnow 2, Cuningham 2, Casboult 2, Sumner, Murphy, Wright, Cripps

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KREUZER 150 AFL GAMES

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GWS GIANTS

GOLD COAST SUNS

RICHMOND

Sunday 11 June Etihad Stadium / 3:20pm CARLTON 4.1 7.4 8.7 10.11 (71) GWS GIANTS 2.6 5.8 7.9 9.16 (70) Official Crowd 23,194 Goals Cuningham 2, Wright 2, Gibbs, Kreuzer, E.Curnow, Lamb, Casboult, J.Silvagni Milestones Matthew Kreuzer, 150 AFL games Lachie Plowman, 50 AFL games David Cuningham, Rising Star nomination Bolton’s Blues heralded in what was arguably their greatest showing of 2017, upsetting the highly-fancied GWS – then placed in the top two – by a solitary point at Etihad Stadium. Marc Murphy was once again the Blues’ prime mover through the midfield, while Liam Jones enjoyed a feel-good return in his first senior game since Round 23 of the previous season, keeping Jonathon Patton in check.

Saturday 17 June Metricon Stadium / 7:25pm

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GOLD COAST SUNS 1.1 3.2 7.6 11.7 (73)

RICHMOND 3.3 5.10 7.13 11.18 (84)

CARLTON 4.4 6.8 7.9 12.11 (83)

CARLTON 4.1 4.2 6.6 8.10 (58)

Official Crowd 11,936

Official Crowd 64,448

Goals Gibbs 2, Thomas 2, J.Silvagni 2, E.Curnow, Boekhorst, Lamb, Wright, C.Curnow, Petrevski-Seton

Goals Casboult 2, Kreuzer 2, Wright, Thomas, C.Curnow, Cripps

Milestones Jack Silvagni, Rising Star nomination

Sunday 25 June

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MELBOURNE

Sunday 9 July MCG / 3:20pm

CASBOULT ONE GOAL

CARLTON 4.3 7.5 9.8 12.10 (82) MELBOURNE 1.2 7.4 11.5 14.6 (90) Official Crowd 47, 266

Saturday 1 July MCG / 2:10pm CARLTON 1.0 5.1 8.2 12.5 (77) ADELAIDE CROWS 4.0 6.1 9.7 13.11 (89) Official Crowd 33,433 Goals Gibbs 2, Casboult 2, Cuningham, Cripps, J.Silvagni, Kerridge, Sumner, Curnow, Wright, Thomas

RD17 V WESTERN BULLDOGS

Goals J.Silvagni 3, Murphy 2, C.Curnow 2, Wright 2, Casboult, Kreuzer, Petrevski-Seton Milestones Charlie Curnow, Rising Star nomination

Charlie Curnow earned the Club its fifth Rising Star nomination, the second most in AFL history, for his standout display against Melbourne at the MCG. Unfortunately, a wayward kick to the back of his leg ended Patrick Crippsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; 2017, and a subsequent leg injury to Simon White placed the team under further duress. In the end, Melbourne emerged an eight-point victor.

Sunday 16 July MCG / 3:20pm CARLTON 3.2 4.4 6.6 9.8 (62) WESTERN BULLDOGS 2.4 7.7 10.8 12.10 (82) Official Crowd 35,157

CARLTON RESPECTS

Goals Wright 3, C.Curnow 2, Casboult, Boekhorst, Gibbs, Graham Milestones CARLTON RESPECTS round

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RD19 V

RD20 V

BRISBANE LIONS

GEELONG

ESSENDON

Sunday 23 July Gabba / 4:40pm

Saturday 29 July Etihad Stadium / 7:25pm

Saturday 5 August MCG / 2:10pm

BRISBANE LIONS 6.1 12.5 13.7 17.10 (112)

CARLTON 3.0 4.3 5.8 8.10 (58)

ESSENDON 5.5 5.8 7.14 11.18 (84)

CARLTON 0.4 3.6 7.13 11.16 (82)

GEELONG 5.7 9.10 13.12 18.15 (123)

CARLTON 2.1 4.4 9.5 11.10 (76)

Official Crowd 18,847

Official Crowd 35,460

Official Crowd 58,562

Goals Petrevski-Seton 2, C.Curnow 2, Wright 2, Casboult, McKay, Cuningham, Graham, Simpson

Goals Casboult 3, McKay 2, Wright, C.Curnow, J.Silvagni

Goals Wright 3, Boekhorst, Petrevski-Seton, Lamb, J.Silvagni, C.Curnow, Kreuzer, Casboult, Gibbs

Milestones Harry McKay, AFL debut

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RD22 V

RD23 V

WEST COAST EAGLES

HAWTHORN

SYDNEY

Saturday 12 August

Saturday 19 August

Domain Stadium / 5:40pm

Etihad Stadium / 7:25pm

Saturday 26 August SCG / 4:35pm

WEST COAST EAGLES 4.0 9.2 10.4 15.10 (100)

CARLTON 4.4. 6.4 10.4 12.5 (77)

SYDNEY 3.4 6.7 13.10 21.12 (138)

CARLTON 3.3 3.7 9.10 12.11 (83)

HAWTHORN 1.1 5.7 8.8 10.10 (70)

CARLTON 1.0 5.1 8.4 8.9 (57)

Official Crowd 30,491

Official Crowd 35,799

Official Crowd 38,965

Goals Murphy 2, J.Silvagni 2, Casboult 2, Lamb, Gibbs, Fisher, Pickett, Boekhorst, C.Curnow

Goals Casboult 2, Lamb 2, Pickett 2, Gibbs, Kreuzer, C.Curnow, Wright, Thomas, Fisher

Goals Boekhorst 3, C.Curnow 2, Pickett, Kreuzer, Casboult

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The Round 22 match with Hawthorn goes down as a famous victory –

Carlton’s first in 12 years over the Hawks, made even sweeter by Carlton’s 1987 premiership heroes watching on. Sam Docherty was awarded the David Parkin Medal as best afield, while Marc Murphy (34 possessions) and Jed Lamb (two goals) also shone.

Milestones Dennis Armfield, retirement The 2017 season unfortunately ended with a disappointing display at the SCG, in what also marked

Dennis Armfield’s last hurrah for the Old Dark Navy Blues. Though a long, relentless campaign had been brought to an end with an 81-point loss, Carlton supporters could truly say their team was on the way just two seasons into the journey.

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2017 PLAYING LIST NO. PLAYER NAME

DOB

1 Jack Silvagni

192

17/12/97

RECRUITED FROM

GAMES

GOALS

2017

CAREER

2017

CAREER

Greythorn (Vic)/Xavier College (Vic)/Oakleigh U18

3 Marc Murphy

180

19/7/87

Beverley Hills (Vic)/Oakleigh U18

236

168

4 Bryce Gibbs

187

15/3/89

Plympton (SA)/Glenelg (SANFL)

231

137

5 Sam Petrevski-Seton

180

19/2/98

Halls Creek (WA)/Claremont (WAFL)

6 Kade Simpson

181

5/5/84

Emerald (Vic)/Eastern U18

286

131

7 Dylan Buckley

179

16/3/93

Ivanhoe (Vic)/Ivanhoe Grammar (Vic)/Northern U18

8 Matthew Kreuzer

200

101

13/5/89

Bundoora (Vic)/Northern U18

161

84 23

9 Patrick Cripps

195

18/3/95

Northampton (WA)/East Fremantle (WAFL)

10 Harry McKay

200

24/12/97

Warragul (Vic)/Gippsland U18

11 Sam Kerridge

187

26/4/93

Mildura (Vic)/Bendigo U18/Adelaide

12 Blaine Boekhorst

187

2/9/93

Port Hedland (WA)/Swan Districts (WAFL)

13 Jed Lamb

180

19/10/92

Yarram (Vic)/Gippsland U18/Sydney/GWS Giants

14 Liam Jones

198

24/2/91

North Hobart (Tas)/Tasmania U18/Scotch College (Vic)/WB

15 Sam Docherty

187

17/10/93

Phillip Island (Vic)/Gippsland U18/Brisbane

16 Billie Smedts

190

8/6/92

Nth Warrnambool (Vic)/Geel Grammar (Vic)/Geel U18/Geel

20 16

17 Sam Rowe

199

19/11/87

North Albury (NSW)/Murray U18/Syd Rks/Norwood (SANFL)

18 Kristian Jaksch

195

7/10/94

Kew Rovers (Vic)/Carey Grammar (Vic)/Oakleigh U18/GWS Giants

19 Liam Sumner

178

16/8/93

St Paulâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s-McKinnon (Vic)/Sandringham U18/GWS Giants

20 Lachie Plowman

191

11/9/94

Macedon (Vic)/Calder U18/GWS Giants

22 Caleb Marchbank

193

7/12/96

Benella (VIC)/Murray U18/GWS Giants

23 Jacob Weitering

195

23/11/97

Mt Martha (Vic)/Peninsula Grammar (Vic)/Dandenong U18

24 Rhys Palmer

181

13/2/89

Bullcreek-Leeming (WA)/East Frem (WAFL)/Frem/GWS

123

25 Zac Fisher

175

15/6/98

York Roos (WA)/Guildford Grammar (WA)/Perth (WAFL)

26 Harrision Macreadie

196

11/4/98

Henty (NSW)

0 75

27 Dennis Armfield

182

22/12/86 Eastern Hills (WA)/Swan Districts (WAFL)

145

28 David Cuningham

183

30/3/97

Cantebury (Vic)/ Melbourne Grammar (Vic) Oakleigh U18

29 Cameron Polson

177

11/3/98

St Peters (Vic)/Haileybury (Vic)/Sandringham U18

30 Charlie Curnow

194

3/2/97

Torquay (Vic)/Geelong U18

31 Tom Williamson

189

12/12/98

Ararat (Vic)/North Ballarat U18

32 Nicholas Graham

182

12/6/94

Traralgon-Tyres United (Vic)/Gippsland U18

Jandakot (WA)/South Fremantle (WAFL)/GWS Giants

33 Jarrod Pickett

178

18/8/96

34 Andrew Phillips

203

3/7/91

Lauderdale (Tas)/Tasmania U18/GWS Giants

11 22

35 Ed Curnow

181

7/11/89

Modewarre (Vic) Geel College/Geel U18/Adel Rks/Box Hill (VFL)

122

36 Patrick Kerr

194

30/7/98

Glen Iris (Vic)/Oakleigh U18

37 Daniel Gorringe

200

2/6/92

Tea Tree Gully (SA)/Norwood (SANFL)/Gold Coast

38 Ciaran Byrne

187

6/12/94

County Louth (Ireland)

39 Dale Thomas

185

21/6/87

Drouin (Vic)/Gippsland U18/Collingwood

218

149

41 Levi Casboult

201

103

15/3/90

Beaconsfield (Vic)/Dandenong U18

105

43 Simon White

190

17/6/88

Carine (WA)/Subiaco (WAFL)

46 Matthew Wright

178

14/12/89

Walkerville (SA)/North Adelaide (SANFL)/Adelaide

138

115

County Cork (Ireland)

Bassendean (WA)/Swan Districts (WAFL)

ROOKIES 189

19/11/90

40 Jesse Glass-McCasker

21 Ciaran Sheehan

195

3/1/97

42 Kym Lebois

175

44 Alex Silvagni

191

22/5//1998 Koonibba (SA)/North Adelaide (SANFL) 29/9/87

Berwick (Vic)/Casey (VFL)/Fremantle

45 Andrew Gallucci

177

28/1/94

Strathmore (Vic)/Calder U18/Williamstown (VFL)

48 Matthew Korcheck

208

106

12/10/91

University of Arizona (USA)

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Season numbers by

120

INTERCEPTS

TACKLES

SAM DOCHERTY

139

BRYCE GIBBS

KADE SIMPSON

114

MATTHEW KREUZER 107

LACHIE PLOWMAN

112

JACOB WEITERING

CONTESTED POSSESSIONS MARC MURPHY

225

BRYCE GIBBS

223

MATTHEW KREUZER 206 PATRICK CRIPPS

203

SAM DOCHERTY

144

LEVI CASBOULT

CHARLIE CURNOW

BRYCE GIBBS

129

SAM PETREVSKI-SETON 95

MATTHEW WRIGHT

JACK SILVAGNI

AVERAGE MATCH ATTENDANCE

19 17

PATRICK CRIPPS

MARC MURPHY

CALEB MARCHBANK 97

GOALS

39,710

SCORE INVOLVEMENTS MARC MURPHY

125

BRYCE GIBBS

123

MATTHEW WRIGHT

116

SAM DOCHERTY

104

KADE SIMPSON

103

SAM PETREVSKI-SETON

LEVI CASBOULT

match attendance

122

PATRICK CRIPPS

MATTHEW KREUZER

JACOB WEITERING

TOTAL MATCH ATTENDANCE

MARC MURPHY

127

873,618

BRYCE GIBBS

KADE SIMPSON

101 101

MARC MURPHY

411

397

PATRICK CRIPPS

162

SAM DOCHERTY

MARC MURPHY

257

199

KADE SIMPSON

487

478

109

SAM DOCHERTY

effective disposals

BRYCE GIBBS

MARKS

SEASON BY NUMBERS

clearances

PLAYED EVERY GAME

SAM DOCHERTY

JACOB WEITERING

MARC MURPHY

KADE SIMPSON

BRYCE GIBBS

LEVI CASBOULT

MATTHEW WRIGHT

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M. MUR PHY1 amed in honour of Carlton’s five-time best-andN fairest winner, the John Nicholls Medal is Carlton’s highest individual honour. This year, it was the captain who led from the front.

TOP 10 1

MARC MURPHY

174

SAM DOCHERTY

169

MATTHEW KREUZER 164

4 BRYCE GIBBS

130

KADE SIMPSON

103

6 MATTHEW WRIGHT

LACHIE PLOWMAN

8 PATRICK CRIPPS

9 LIAM JONES

10 CHARLIE CURNOW

BEST + FA I R E ST MEDAL “ Although it’s an individual award, I think the whole footy club is in a really good space and I’m looking forward to seeing what the future holds for us.” Spoken like a true leader, these were the sentiments expressed by captain Marc Murphy when he was crowned the 2017 John Nicholls Medallist. Six years after winning his first best and fairest at the Blues, the skipper joined the likes of Bruce Doull, Stephen Kernahan and Chris Judd to become the 21st player in club history to win the award multiple times. ‘Murph’ finished the count with 174 votes, narrowly edging out last year’s recipient Sam Docherty (169) and ruckman Matthew Kreuzer (164). After overcoming a series of injuries last year, there was no doubt the captain was back to his blistering best, racking up career-high averages and dominating the stats sheet. At season’s end the 30-year-old was ranked No. 1 at the Club for disposals – averaging a career-high 29.82 per game – while also ranking second for handballs and effective disposals, and third for clearances. Although the midfielder’s numbers were thoroughly impressive, they only formed one aspect of his season. During his stint on the sidelines last year the captain took it upon himself to build on his leadership skills, and while it might

be harder to quantify, his ability to support his players and get the best out of his side was clearly visible throughout the season. “ Last year I had a few hurdles with the shoulder and then the ankle, so 2016 was really frustrating, but it certainly gave me a chance to work on my leadership under Brendon Bolton, John Barker and Tim Clarke,” Murphy said. “ They really helped me develop in that area and made me see the game from another point of view, making me a better leader and a better footballer.” Surrounded by exciting young talent and with the whole club united in its journey, the 2005 No. 1 draft pick hopes he can continue playing for a “few more years yet.” “ I think the footy club is in the best spot that I’ve seen it,” Murphy said. “ The staff, players and coaches are all on the same page and everyone is really driven to make sure that we get this club back to being a real powerhouse in the competition.” With 10 votes separating first, second and third, the skipper only had praise for runner-up Sam Docherty and third-placed Matthew Kreuzer, stating it was a “privilege” to play alongside them.

“I love playing alongside both these guys,” he said. “ Matty Kreuzer is just a tremendous person and to see him play the footy that we all know he can play was just fantastic, and ‘Doc’s’ consistency over the last few years has been enormous – he’s played some tremendous footy.” Docherty backed up his brilliant 2016 campaign with another excellent season. The defender finished the year ranked first in the competition for kicks, ahead of Brownlow Medallist Dustin Martin and Gary Ablett Jnr, while also ranking second for metres gained and sixth for effective disposals. He was aptly recognised for his outstanding performance, being named in the All-Australian team for the first time. With his body fit and firing in 2017, it came as no surprise that Kreuzer collected the third most votes on the night. The fan favourite, who only missed one game, averaged 15.29 disposals and 31.67 hitouts per match – both career-highs. There’s no doubt the Blues faithful will be looking forward to watching him in action again next year.

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H YUNDAI MVP AWARD MARC MURPHY + SAM DOCHERTY The Hyundai MVP award recognises the Most Valuable Player as voted by the fans through Carlton’s Hyundai Engine Room. After casting nearly 3,000 votes across 22 rounds, Carlton fans couldn’t split Marc Murphy and Sam Docherty, with the duo tying for the Hyundai MVP award. As winner and runner-up in the best-andfairest count, there’s no doubting the pair had stellar seasons. Playing all 22 games, both Murph and Doc consistently topped the stats sheet and consistently had an impact all over the ground. Fans who voted were in the running to present the award, with Liz McNabb the lucky winner.

VIRGIN AUSTR ALIA BEST FIRST YEAR PLAYER SAM PETREVSKISETON The Virgin Australia Best First Year Player award recognises a standout player in his debut season. It didn’t take fans long to warmly embrace ‘Samo’, taken with the Blues’ first-round pick in last year’s draft. After making his AFL debut in the season opener against Richmond at the MCG – in front of more than 73,00 fans – the exciting midfielder played 20 games and booted an impressive 10 goals. In Round 7 the 19-year-old played a vital role in the Blues’ victory over Collingwood, collecting 21 disposals (10 contested), two goals, seven score involvements, three clearances and three tackles. His performance earned him a Rising Star nomination and three Brownlow votes from the umpires.

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BEST CLUBMAN DENNIS ARMFIELD

4, 3, 2 ,1 VOTING SYSTEM

Four coaches, including the senior coach and three line coaches, voted for as many players as they felt warranted a vote for each game on the following scale:

The Best Clubman award recognises the significant contribution a player has made to the Carlton Football Club, particularly with his role in the playing group. A massive cheer erupted in the Palladium when Dennis Armfield was awarded Best Clubman for 2017. His selflessness, coupled with his passion to get involved with all areas of the Club, made him an extremely worthy winner. Living the Club’s values, Armfield was a role model for a number of young players, while everyone at Carlton, along with the wider community, benefitted from his genuine approach to help wherever possible.

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A player therefore can receive a maximum of four votes from four coaches giving a maximum of 16 possible votes each round.

M. KRE UZER3

WINNER OF

CARLTONIANS WILLIAM A. COOK TROPHY

SPIRIT OF CARLTON AWARD

INNER BLUE RUTHLESS AWARD

The William A. Cook Trophy is presented by Carlton’s longest-serving coterie group the Carltonians, in recognition of an outstanding season.

The Spirit of Carlton Award is presented to the player who encompasses the spirit of the Carlton Football Club on and off the field.

In what was undoubtedly a standout year for ‘Kreuz’, the 28-year-old made his presence felt all over the ground – week in week out. Whether he was winning the hitouts, roving his own ruck work or laying a solid tackle, the big man was consistently in the Blues’ list of best players. Averaging nearly 16 disposals per game, as well as 32 hitouts – the highest in his career – Kreuzer was rewarded for his hard work, making the All-Australian squad for the first time in his career.

There’s no doubt Matthew Kreuzer embodies the spirit of Carlton. Every time the big man represents the jumper he leaves nothing in the tank, playing for his teammates. There’s nothing greater than hearing the roar of ‘Kreuuuzzzz’ echo around the MCG as the Carlton faithful anticipates the ruckman’s presence.

The Bill Lanyon Inner Blue Ruthless Award is presented to a player who displays selfless commitment and has a significant influence on the outcome of games.

Chris Ott presented the award on behalf of the Carltonians.

Carlton’s 1987 premiership player and Norm Smith Medallist David Rhys-Jones presented the award.

In a testament to the big man’s ferocity around the ball, Kreuzer finished the year ranked third at the Club for tackles, averaging five a game, and fifth at the Blues for contested possessions. The big man’s ability to run, chase, tackle, smother and put pressure on the opposition was showcased throughout the season. His ruthlessness and competitive spirit were some of his most valuable attributes. Anthony Carbone presented the award on behalf of Inner Blue.

Game Changers

“ If you build it, they will come.” There were tears of joy at Ikon Park. History was made. In front of a lockout crowd, Carlton secured a 35-point victory against Collingwood for the historic opening match of the AFLW competition. Previously, at the launch of the 2017 NAB AFL Women’s Competition, AFL CEO Gillon McLachlan said the nation would witness a revolution of the game. Carlton Media reflects on the smashing success and thus, revolution, of the inaugural AFLW season.

COACH’S MESSAGE

Coach’s message / Despite nearly 12 months on, it is truly difficult to take stock of the significance of the inaugural AFLW season. A brief reflection of the past year provides an insight into what the AFLW program at Carlton has achieved. Looking back on that momentous Round 1 game against Collingwood at Ikon Park, there were thousands of people standing in stairwells and people trying to jump gates to get in, trying anything to get in to experience that game. I was so pleased that it was our club on show, and it was our players who got to have that experience, because that will stick with them forever. The way in which they came together, were prepared to understand each other, work for each other, help each other, share with each other, and be vulnerable amongst their peers was exceptional. They had the preparedness to come in

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and accept the responsibility. It was a real celebration that first night, not just of women’s footy or our club, but a celebration of what our entire group had achieved over pre-season. They put on a show that night and it was exceptional. It was a coming together of a long history and a hopeful future. An explosion of joy and happiness. A celebration of what our game can achieve. Since we were granted an AFLW licence in 2016, it took vision, leadership and a progressive mindset to pull it all together. The strength of conviction and ongoing commitment from President Mark LoGiudice, his board and outgoing CEO Steven Trigg and Head of Football Andrew McKay have stood strong. On behalf of our AFLW program, we thank you. Overall, there was extraordinary growth, on and off the field. On the field it’s obvious because you get that exposed measure. Off the field our players grew as individuals and as people. The preparedness to be open to learning and take responsibility held them in good stead and we’re really proud of how they did that as a group.

There were a number of significant achievements from our debut season and our congratulations must go to Brianna Davey being named our inaugural best-and-fairest winner, with fellow placegetters in Danielle Hardiman and Alison Downie. We also acknowledge our inaugural All-Australian AFLW representatives in Brianna and Darcy Vescio. As we turn our focus to next season, we also thank our departing players Bianca Jakobsson, Bella Ayre, Alison Brown, Kate Darby, Nat Exon, Jessica Kennedy, Tahni Nestor, Rebecca Privitelli, Hayley Trevean and Jordan Ivey for their contribution to our inaugural program. To our members and supporters of the Game Changers, we are continually grateful for your belief in our game. We look forward to seeing you at our matches next season wearing the navy blue with pride. I’m so pleased that it’s this group of players, that it’s this club owning this space at this point in time, and I’ve been proud to say that our whole-of-club approach has been really genuine. The support has been incredible and the girls have felt that. We wanted to build that sense-of-belonging environment and I’ve no doubt that our first 27 players knew they belonged in the navy blue. Even if we didn’t get that ultimate reward of winning that grand final, we know what we’ve achieved and what we need to continue to do. When we do reach that high point of success, we will be strong for a long period of time. Bring on 2018!

DAMIEN KEEPING AFLW SENIOR COACH | CARLTON FC MEMBER NO. 40155110

CAPTAIN’S MESSAGE

Captain’s message / What a year it was! It’s hard to know where to begin when reflecting on the inaugural season of the AFL Women’s. Whether it’s the Round 1 match against Collingwood, singing the song after a win, or travelling interstate with teammates, every moment during those seven rounds will stay with us forever.

After months of hard work and preparation, we were all excited as the lead-up to our first match against the Pies drew closer. When the moment came and I stood in the race waiting to lead our team onto Ikon Park, nothing could prepare us for the sound of 24,000 fans cheering in the stands. Running through that banner gave us goosebumps, knowing we were about to change the game forever.

year and was a very deserving winner, alongside runner-up Danielle Hardiman and third-placed Alison Downie.

Coach Damien Keeping, along with his support staff, provided vital support for us throughout the season, driving high standards and aiding our development as players. Every week, win, lose or draw – and we did all three! – we wanted to improve as a group, and learn as much as we could in this new environment. Their guidance and knowledge will play an important role as we look to build on what we established this season.

To every member of the Carlton faithful, we can’t thank you enough for embracing the Game Changers and supporting us each week. We felt a great sense of passion and pride every time we pulled on the navy blue jumper. This is only the beginning and I can’t wait to hit the track this year and see what next season has in store.

I’d like to congratulate co-vice-captain Brianna Davey who won the Club’s inaugural best-and-fairest award. She had an outstanding

I’d also like to acknowledge our inaugural sponsors for their tremendous support in our first year, joint major partners Hyundai and MC Labour, as well as La Trobe University, ZTE and Secure Parking.

Go Blues! LAUREN ARNELL AFLW CAPTAIN | CARLTON FC MEMBER NO. 40152890

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GAME CHANGERS

Game one and counting In the immediate aftermath of that gamechanging Carlton-Collingwood encounter to herald in the historic maiden season of AFLW, Darcy Vescio best articulated the prevailing mood when she said: “Every girl who was out there tonight will cherish that moment for the rest of their lives.” Vescio was speaking in the winner’s circle moments after the Blues belted the black and whites early on the evening of Friday 3 February 2017 - after 24,500 supporters had crammed into Ikon Park to force a lockout and duly elicit an apology from the AFL Chief Executive. In the weeks and months since that contest generated an audience not seen at the old ground since Anthony Koutoufides was going around, Vescio has had time to reflect – and even now her view remains the same. “It’d be difficult to go past Round 1,” Vescio said. “That game epitomised everything in terms of how far we’ve come, the future of women’s footy, and the sheer amount of people who came to support which was just so much bigger than we could have ever imagined. “ It showed us that people cared about us, about what we’d done and what we’d been working towards.” As with Vescio and the women who represented Carlton with such distinction on a night the football world was watching on, the club’s administrators had left nothing to chance. In truth, the powers that be had dotted the i’s long before AFLW season 2017 opened in such spectacular fashion; in securing

a licence to field a team in the fledgling AFLW competition and assembling the right people to take the new entity forward. In Damien Keeping, Carlton entrusted coaching responsibilities to a true visionary - and it was Keeping, in a moment’s reflection after Brianna Davey’s triumph on best-and-fairest night, who passionately talked of the challenges faced in the pursuit of sustainable success. “ We knew the significant responsibility that was in front of us - to put together a group that could come in and build a culture,” Keeping said. “ The culture our playing group has built will take AFLW teams at Carlton forward for years to come. I’m very proud of the group we have put together and the way in which they have built a culture.” That said, Keeping also knows he has at his disposal more than just a footy team. In truth, he has watch over what is universally seen as an irresistible football movement. “ Throughout the club we’re seeing change, throughout our members and supporters we’re seeing change and throughout the community we’re seeing change,” Keeping observed. “ The players are having an influence on generations to come and it’s wonderful to know that a football club with 150 years of history is now a player in that space. “ We understand the power that comes with the sport that we play and the difference it can make. Our playing group understands that and I’m proud to be part of a club that is really driving it.”

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Every kick achieves a goal

RD1 V COLLINGWOOD

Friday 3 February Ikon Park / 7:45pm CARLTON 3.0 4.1 6.1 7.4 (46) COLLINGWOOD 1.2 1.4 1.5 1.5 (11) fficial Crowd O 24,568 Goals Vescio 4, Arnell, Davey, Jakobsson

RD2 V GWS GIANTS

Saturday 11 February Ikon Park / 3:35pm CARLTON 1.0 2.3 4.4 7.5 (47) GREATER WESTERN SYDNEY 2.1 2.2 4.4 5.4 (34) fficial Crowd O 7,884 Goals Vescio 2, Jakobsson, Audley, Brazzale, Downie, Pound

RD3 V

RD5 V

RD7 V

ADELAIDE CROWS

WESTERN BULLDOGS

BRISBANE LIONS

Sunday 19 February Thebarton Oval / 11:25am

Saturday 4 March Ikon Park / 11:35am

Sunday 19 March Ikon Park / 3:35pm

ADELAIDE 0.0 0.2 1.2 2.5 (17)

CARLTON 2.2 5.3 7.6 8.6 (54)

CARLTON 1.0 1.0 2.0 6.1 (37)

CARLTON 1.1 1.2 2.2 2.2 (14)

WESTERN BULLDOGS 3.1 4.3 4.5 7.6 (48)

BRISBANE LIONS 0.0 1.0 3.3 5.7 (37)

fficial Crowd O 9,006

fficial Crowd O 6,833

fficial Crowd O 5,801

Goals Vescio, S.Hosking

Goals Vescio 3, Ayre 2, Moody, Shierlaw, Audley

Goals Arnell, Downie, Hosking, Loynes, Privitelli, Jakobsson

The top-of-the-table clash saw the Blues hit the road for their first interstate match. Undefeated and ready to fire, Carlton led at every change, but the Crows proved too strong in the end, running away threepoint victors to hand the Blues their first loss.

RD4 V MELBOURNE

Saturday 25 February Casey Fields / 11:35am MELBOURNE 0.1 3.2 5.6 6.6 (42) CARLTON 0.1 2.3 2.5 5.6 (36) fficial Crowd O 3,965 Goals Ayre 2, Vescio, Shierlaw, Jakobsson

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Friday 10 March Domain Stadium / 3:05pm FREMANTLE 3.0 4.0 5.5 6.7 (43) CARLTON 0.2 3.2 4.3 4.3 (27) fficial Crowd O 1,200 Goals Vescio 3, Ivey

Returning home for its final match of 2017, Carlton faced a formidable challenge â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the undefeated Brisbane Lions. Despite a lowscoring opening half, the Blues rallied late to close a 24-point deficit and force a draw in the dying stages of the final term. While the result saw the Lions remain undefeated,

the Blues finished the inaugural season without a loss at Ikon Park.

WELCOME

Welcome

Carlton’s AFLW team has welcomed 11 new faces since the conclusion of the inaugural season, including two traded-in players, two rookie upgrades, four draftees and three rookies.

COURTNEY WEBB

GEORGIA GEE

NICOLA STEVENS

TAYLA HARRIS

The Tasmanian-born midfielder was picked up by the Blues with pick 17 in the rookie draft. A talented cricketer and footballer, Webb starred in the midfield for the Allies in the under-18 national championships this season.

Selected with Carlton’s first pick in this year’s AFLW National Draft, Gee is a balanced footballer with clean hands and a high footy IQ. The winger made the All-Australian team this year and will be one to watch heading into the second AFLW season.

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Collingwood’s inaugural Best and Fairest winner became the first player to be traded in the AFLW, arriving at the Blues in exchange for draft picks. The defender, who had a stellar start to her football career, was named in the AFLW All-Australian team and represented Victoria in the State of Origin match.

The Blues secured Harris from the Lions in the AFLW trade period. The powerful forward played every match in the 2017 season, including the first grand final against Adelaide. With one of the best kicking actions in the competition, there’s no doubt Carlton fans are looking forward to seeing Harris line up in the navy blue.

WELCOME

MADDISON GAY

KERRYN HARRINGTON

TIAHNA COCHRANE

The former netballer was recruited to Carlton’s rookie list in May, before being upgraded to the primary list in early September. The 20-year-old pulled on the footy boots for the first time this year, playing for the St Kilda Sharks.

Another code-hopper, Harrington has spent most of her sporting career as a point guard for the Bendigo Spirit in the WNBL. After playing as a midfielder for the Bendigo Thunder this year, she was also upgraded to the primary list after joining the team as a rookie in May.

The great-niece of Carlton great Trevor Keogh, Cochrane was selected by the Blues in this year’s rookie draft. The Bendigo Thunder product had an outstanding season in her local league, awarded the Northern Football League’s Coaches Player of the Year in the women’s competition. Her competitive spirit and quick hands will no doubt be on show next season.

BRIDIE KENNEDY

RENI HICKS

KATIE-JAYNE GRIEVE

SOPHIE LI

The Blues were rapt to secure Dandenong Stingrays’ Bridie Kennedy in this year’s AFLW National Draft. Taken with their final selection, the high-leaping ruck capped off a terrific TAC Cup Girls season, jointly winning the league’s best and fairest.

Taken with pick 29 in the AFLW National Draft, Hicks will add versatility to Carlton’s list. A taskoriented player, Hicks has the ability to play shut-down roles, as well as run through the midfield. Her pressure acts and tackling ability are trademarks of her game.

Hailing from Bunbury in Western Australia, Grieve arrived at Ikon Park via this year’s rookie draft. In a testament to her natural football ability, the pacey outside midfielder finished second in her league’s best and fairest and made the team of the year.

After nominating for the Victorian section of the AFLW draft, Carlton was delighted to secure Adelaide-born Lee with its second-round pick. Adding depth to the Blues’ midfield, the 29-yearold SANFLW premiership player is known for keeping her composure under pressure.

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Best + fairest

The accolades continued for crosscode star Brianna Davey throughout 2017, being named in the AFLW All-Australian side as well as Carlton’s inaugural best-and-fairest winner. Recognised for her outstanding contribution to the Blues’ line up this season, the co-vice-captain finished the count on 53 votes, ahead of key defender Danielle Hardiman (31) and imposing ruckman Alison Downie (28) at the Blues’ AFLW Best and Fairest event. Hailing from a soccer background, Davey joined the Matildas national squad as a goalkeeper, before signing with the Blues as a marquee player in 2016. Across six games in 2017, the star defender averaged 19 disposals, nine handballs and 10 kicks. The 21-year-old is one of only a handful of female footballers that have played another sport at the highest level. Runner-up Hardiman trailed by 22 votes at the final count. The gun defender returned from an injury that interrupted the second half of her 2016 VFL campaign, to be taken by Carlton at pick 35 in the NAB AFLW National Draft. In 2017, the 22-year-old averaged 11 disposals, two marks and nine kicks. Downie placed third overall in the count with 28 votes. Her elite tap work throughout the 2017 season earned her a well-deserved inclusion in the 40-player squad for the inaugural AFLW All-Australian team. The 32-year-old averaged 13 hit-outs and seven disposals across the seven games throughout the season. Rounding out the top 10 in the vote count were Katie Loynes (25) in fourth place, followed by Sarah Hosking (24), Kate Gillespie-Jones (20) in sixth, Tilly Lucas-Rodd (19), Breann Moody (18) and Lauren Arnell and Darcy Vescio tying for ninth (17). In addition to taking home the AFLW Leading Goalkicker award at the W Awards, fan-favourite Vescio capped off her stellar season after she was named the Club’s leading goalkicker. The forward managed 14 goals over the seven-week season, with four goals being collected in the season-opening victory against Collingwood at Ikon Park. Twenty-year-old Breann Moody was named Carlton’s most improved player, while co-vice-captain Madeline Keryk took home the Blue Bloods award for her contribution to living to the Club’s values.

Farewell As the second AFLW season draws closer, the Carlton Football Club would like to farewell the following players.

NAT EXON Exon was one of Carltonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first rookie signings and played five games for the Blues, including the opening Round 1 clash with Collingwood. The former middle distance runner was traded to Brisbane in the deal to acquire Tayla Harris.

ALISON BROWN Arriving at Carlton as a free agent from the St Kilda Sharks, Brown played all seven games in the opening AFLW season.

TAHNI NESTOR Recruited as a top-up-player to replace the injured Natalie Plane after Round 1, Nestor played three games for Carlton and averaged six possessions.

JORDAN IVEY Kicking a goal on debut against Fremantle in Round 6, Jordan Ivey was recruited to Ikon Park as a topup replacement player via the AFL Victoria Academy. The 24-year-old midfielder went on to play a further game in the navy blue against Brisbane in the last round of the AFLW season.

FAREWELL

KATE DARBY

REBECCA PRIVITELLI

Darby made her way to Ikon Park after being selected with pick 126 in the AFLW draft and played two games in the navy blue. Debuting against GWS in Round 2, Darby also played in the draw with Brisbane in the final round of the season.

BELLA AYRE Ayre played six games for Carlton after being selected with pick 51 in the AFLW draft. The Bendigo Thunder product kicked four goals throughout the season, including two goals against the Bulldogs in Round 5.

HAYLEY TREVEAN Picked up by Carlton as a free agent for the inaugural season, Trevean made her debut in Round 7 against Brisbane. Even though a foot injury kept her on the sidelines for the majority of the year, she was a constant support for her teammates.

Taken with the Bluesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; final pick of the inaugural AFLW draft, Privitelli played four games for Carlton and averaged nearly eight disposals per game. Privitelli will run out for the Giants next season after being selected as a free agent.

JESSICA KENNEDY One of four players recruited from Bendigo, Kennedy was picked up by Carlton as a free agent. She ran out four times for the Blues, consistently making her presence felt in the midfield.

BIANCA JAKOBSSON Taken with the Blues first pick in the AFLW draft, Jakobsson played in all seven matches and averaged nine disposals per game. Jakobsson was traded to the Melbourne Football Club in the deal that saw Carlton secure Tayla Harris.

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BLUEOUT GUERNSEY

BLUEO GUERN / In Round 3 the Club paid homage to the birthplace of the Blues – the historic suburb of Carlton. Inspired by its local bluestone heritage, Carlton created a limited-edition ‘Blueout’ guernsey, celebrating iconic streets such as Lygon, Rathdowne, Drummond, Elgin, Faraday and Nicholson. With a bluestone pattern reflected in the guernsey, the traditional white monogram was shaded navy blue for the first time in the Club’s 153-year history – taking the traditional Old Dark Navy Blue to a whole new level.

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In a further change, the playing numbers were keylined and the word ‘CARLTON’ was proudly displayed on the back of the jumper, replacing the crest which used to sit above the number.

people of Carlton, our supporters and our members,” the young forward said.

Carlton’s youg guns in Jacob Weitering, Jack Silvagni, Caleb Marchbank and Charlie Curnow, fittingly showcased the jumper around the streets of Carlton prior to the big clash with the Bombers.

The jumper proved to be effective with the Blues proudly running out 15-point winners against Essendon at the MCG.

Speaking to Carlton Media at the time, Silvagni said the players would embrace the new-look jumper to take on traditional rival Essendon, highlighting “it’s not like anything the Club has done before.” “ It’s paying homage and respect to Carlton as a suburb and it’s a jumper for the

“ To be able to pull this on, especially against Essendon, is really significant.”

The win not only marked Carlton’s first of the season, but also Silvagni’s first triumph as a Blue, a moment no doubt he’ll never forget. Carlton Football Club would like to thank its long-standing apparel partner Nike for its significant efforts in the design of the limited-edition Blueout guernsey.

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BLUES FOUNDATION

Blues Foundation / The Carlton Football Club proudly launched its new charitable arm, the Blues Foundation, in 2017.

After taking a genuine approach to the facilitation of both CARLTON RESPECTS and Resilient Young People, the Club engaged over 3,000 students in the Blues Foundation programs, with almost 2,000 hours of face-toface community work conducted in 2017.

In partnership with La Trobe University and Our Watch, the Blues Foundation works with diverse communities to create and deliver signature programs, challenge social exclusion and strengthen communities.

While striving to have its own impact within the community, the Club, through the Blues Foundation, also acknowledged 10 Community Champions at Carltonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s home matches in 2017, recognising the tireless work of individuals in the community in the areas of gender equality, cultural inclusion or indigenous affairs.

With two key community programs, CARLTON RESPECTS and Resilient Young People, the Blues Foundation seeks to drive inclusion and unity throughout schools within the northern corridor of Melbourne. Through the development of the Blues Foundation, the Club has made a difference within the community as a leader in community engagement and social impact.

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CARLTON RESPECTS raises awareness and takes action in relation to gender equality for the prevention of violence against women. Resilient Young People provides an avenue for the prevention of social exclusion of young people.

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/ The home of football was speckled with orange in Round 17, marking the Club’s annual CARLTON RESPECTS game, aiming to promote gender equality for the prevention of violence against women. Bucking traditional navy blue, every player proudly ran onto the MCG in bright orange socks to support the important campaign.

A colour widely synonymous with harmony and respect, all facets of the football club, including AFL and AFLW players, as well as staff, wore a touch of orange in the lead-up to the game to raise awareness of the Club’s community program. Supported by Our Watch, CARLTON RESPECTS was developed in 2016 to educate students about respect and equality using the platform of football. This year against the Bulldogs, the Blues once again aimed to create public conversation and take action in relation to gender equality for the prevention of violence against women. On game day members and supporters were invited to pledge their support for respect and equality by signing their name on the Club’s orange 3D monogram located on the concourse. The giant

monogram is now proudly located in the Club’s foyer at Ikon Park. Since the CARLTON RESPECTS campaign launched in 2016, more than 3,600 students have participated in the program, which runs throughout schools in Melbourne’s northern corridor. Carlton would like to thank its corporate partners including Banner Asset Management, Reece Australia, MBC Modern Baking, Ikon Services, MC Labour, PwC and La Trobe University for making this program possible.

For more information regarding the Club’s CARLTON RESPECTS program, visit the Blues Foundation portal.

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TOM WILSON ENJOYED ANOTHER STELLAR SEASON FOR THE NORTHERN BLUES

NORTHERN BLUES / It was a year of exciting development and improvement, but a lingering case of ‘what might have been’ for the Northern Blues in 2017.

Come the end of the home-and-away season, a ninth-placed finish was what eventuated for the VFL Blues in a campaign which brought about no shortage of highlights. Sitting at 6-1 after eight rounds following an electric start to the season, Northern was made to fight it out and came within touching distance of a top-eight finish. Its season was marked with wins over eventual top-four sides Williamstown and the Casey Demons, as well as individuals shining and owning the moment at different stages. While the Club undeniably grew in the past 12 months, the disappointment of the final round will stick in the mind of the Northern Blues after having its year ended on the last day of the home-and-away season at the hands of the Box Hill Hawks. Clutch wins late in the piece against Geelong and Werribee kept Northern’s campaign alive, but an 8-10 record after the final game saw it edged for eighth spot on percentage alone. At the conclusion of his second year as Northern Blues senior coach, Josh Fraser said there were some key takeaways heading into 2018. “ I think we continued to grow as a club and I’m very confident in saying we took another step,

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especially considering the progress made in the last 18 months,” Fraser said. “ Any time you don’t feature in finals, there’s disappointment there. However, understanding where we’re coming from is important in keeping perspective and keeping us hungry going forward.” Once again, the Blues featured a host of players throughout the year, with no less than 53 players pulling on the jumper at VFL level. Of those, 29 were from Carlton’s AFL list, with youngsters and veterans alike combining to great effect. Whether it was the retiring Dennis Armfield or new Blues such as Patrick Kerr or Cameron Polson, Northern was reaping full rewards of a united front on the way to six wins in a row. It was a run of form which Fraser said on the surface was a primary highlight from the year that was. “ Enjoying some of the growth as a club and seeing individuals grow within that was a big thing,” Fraser said. “ Coming away with six victories in a row was really pleasing: it set a new benchmark for us as a club, with some important wins against

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b ig teams who would go on and play finals football.” While the six-win streak wasn’t enough to propel the Blues to a first VFL finals appearance since 2011, it showed the talent on offer and cause for exciting times for the future at Ikon Park. The alignment between Carlton and Northern Blues continued to go from strength-to-strength, evidenced by the AFL players who played a crucial role in the VFL season at different times. Pleasingly for Bluebaggers, the youngsters had just as big a say as anyone else in the fortunes of the VFL Blues as their development came to the fore at senior and reserves level. “ There were guys like David Cuningham who went on to play some good AFL footy, and Patrick Kerr whose middle part of the year was really exciting,” Fraser said. “ Harry McKay also developed to the point to earn senior selection, and they were just three of a number of guys who raised the bar with their own performance which is what we’re all about. “ We were also able to get players who were able to play to a high standard: Liam Jones was exceptional and earned his AFL recall

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while Nick Graham’s form for us at VFL level was tremendous.” Fans of the Northern Blues saw youngsters Zac Fisher and Jarrod Pickett in action on their way to some stirring individual moments at AFL level. Similarly, the form of Jones and Alex Silvagni down back in the early portion of the year served as a prelude to their Carlton performances. Northern also saw the return of Ciaran Byrne at the midway mark of 2017, with the Irishman impressing in the VFL before playing three senior games late in the year after his return from an ACL injury. Meanwhile, from a VFL-listed perspective, another off-season recruiting drive brought about a number of great successes for the Blues. “ Individually, Cam O’Shea’s addition to the club was a big tick as was that of Luke Russell. They both gave us a lot in terms of their experience, leadership and output,” Fraser said. “ To go with that, it was another fine year from our captain Tom Wilson, and there was pleasing footy from our young Northern players like Marcus Stavrou and Mason Blakey: they came in and showed our future is bright at both levels.”

HARRISON MACREADIE (LEFT) AND KYM LEBOIS (RIGHT) SHOWED THEIR POTENTIAL WITH THE NORTHERN BLUES

While acknowledging the positives of season 2017, Fraser reiterated the message of the past 12 months that standards, expectations and demands would be refined and elevated on a regular basis. The coach stressed that nothing but total investment from all involved at the football club would be central to the club continuing with its improvement of recent seasons. “ Our standards and expectations will continue to be raised, and we’ll keep drilling down on our game plan over what’s going to be a big summer,” Fraser said. “ We have a good understanding of what it’s going to take in order to get to that next step - we saw this year that we’re on the way.

“ We need a holistic approach both on and off the field, and having strong leaders who are keen to drive this club forward and make their mark on the Northern Blues Football Club.”

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2017 SPONSORSHIP

Major partnerships announced in 2017

2017 sponsorship / Off the field, the Carlton Football Club took significant steps forward throughout 2017, strengthening its corporate support across the season.

Through the support of these co-major partners in 2017, Carlton members and supporters enjoyed a range of digital and game-day activations across the season.

In another year of off-field growth for Carlton, the Club aligned with a number of new organisations and renewed the support of many of its loyal corporate partners.

To celebrate the longevity of the relationship between Hyundai and the Carlton Football Club, Hyundai also rewarded one loyal Blues member with a reinvented i30 at the Hawks clash, and prior to the match, welcomed 100 new residents throughout the northern corridor to the neighbourhood and the Carlton Football Club as part of its ‘Welcome to the Neighbourhood’ campaign.

Hyundai Motor Company Australia, Virgin Australia, Ontime Group and Ikon Services all renewed their commitment to the Club, while Carlton & United Breweries (CUB) and Uber and Uber EATS Australia headlined the Blues’ new partnerships. Continuing one of the longest partnerships in Australian sport, Hyundai signed a five-year contract extension to see its long-standing partnership with Carlton continue through to 2022. Meanwhile in another long-term arrangement, Virgin Australia, which renewed with the Club at the start of the season, committed to a five-year partnership after taking over as a joint major partner of the Blues halfway through the season.

Thanks to Hyundai, fans had the opportunity to own one of 1,864 Sam Docherty bobbleheads given away at the Blues’ Round 16 clash with Melbourne, and one of 1,987 Stephen Kernahan bobbleheads distributed at the match against Hawthorn in Round 22.

Throughout the season, Virgin Australia extended its reputation for customer service by delivering premium match-day hospitality at each of the team’s home games. At the Blues’ Multicultural Round clash with Geelong, the airline upgraded an entire row of supporters with two Economy X return flights to Hong Kong, its newest international destination.

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Carlton IN Business

/ After the successful launch of Carlton IN Business in 2016, the networking program returned this year, hosting a variety of events across the football calendar.

From luncheons and gala balls, to golf days and movie screenings, members were thoroughly entertained as they took the chance to maximize their business opportunities with other like-minded people. Carlton President Mark LoGiudice, who has been heavily involved with Carlton IN Business (CIB) since its inception, was pleased to see relationships form among members as the program continued to evolve. “ Carlton IN Business is all about our corporate network coming together in one place to cultivate fantastic opportunities for one another,” LoGiudice said. “ We’ve already seen many examples where members have connected with each other to set up meetings, chat about different

services and recommend CIB businesses to other companies.”

The first major CIB event kicked off in March, with a luncheon held at Crown Palladium. The keynote speaker for the afternoon was Chairman of Bunnings Group, John Gillam. His insights into the importance of teamwork captivated the room and left a lasting impression. More informal functions on the calendar included a cocktail evening at Berth Restaurant and Events with senior coach Brendon Bolton, as well as a screening of Dunkirk at Village Cinemas. A series of intimate breakfasts held in the Carlton Boardroom also proved successful in creating real business connections between members. As part of the new initiative, companies were able to nominate five businesses they wanted to build relationships with, and Carlton extended the invitations accordingly. With finals fever sweeping through Melbourne in the last week of September, it was only fitting the final CIB luncheon was coupled with the Club’s Grand Final event. Held at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, more than 1,000 people had the pleasure of listening to the Managing Director of Coca-Cola Amatil, Alison Watkins, while Matthew Richardson, Robert Walls, Jimmy Bartel and Caroline Wilson

analysed the impending final between Richmond and Adelaide. After also hosting a CIB event in Sydney this year, LoGiudice hopes the CIB network will continue to expand every year – connecting businesses across the country. “ It’s exciting because this program encourages major organisations and businesses from around Australia to engage with Carlton, even if they don’t necessarily barrack for the Blues,” he said. “ As a Club we are attracting businesses who are looking to expose their brand through both the game of AFL and Carlton – this only leads to positive outcomes and growth for the entire organisation.” Striving to keep ahead of the game, CIB members will enjoy even more benefits next year. One initiative is the appointment of a dedicated ‘connector’, making it even easier to establish relationships between businesses. There’s no doubt 2018 will be another big year for Carlton IN Business! If you’d like any further information or would be interested in joining the Carlton IN Business program, please contact: Morten Webb on 9389 6256 or at morten.webb@carltonfc.com.au

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FATHER-SON ACADEMY

PETER DEAN

N O S R E FATH Y M E D A AC / The sons of former Carlton players continued to thrive within Carlton’s Peter Dean Father-Son Academy in 2017. The vision of Carlton’s General Manager of List Management and Strategy Stephen Silvagni, the academy provides an opportunity for the sons of past players to strengthen their connection to the Club while also fostering their talent as junior footballers.

Launched in 2015, the Peter Dean Father-Son Academy paved the way for current Blue Jack Silvagni, who returned to the program this year along with his teammates, to host the 2017 crop of Academy sons for a clinic at Ikon Park. Those who took to the turf at the Blues’ home base included Tom and Ben Silvagni, Lukas Koutoufides, Cody Walker, Oscar and Archie Manton, Mackenzie, Darcy and Archer Hogg, Max Hanna, Charlie McKay, Tom Gleeson, Charlie Beaumont, Dane Whitnall and Harvey Allan. For the first time the Academy was also able to reach out to those living interstate, with Liam and Will Hickmott attending

Round 9’s Fremantle and Carlton at Domain Stadium, and Lucas and Benjamin Camporeale attending the Port Adelaide v Carlton game at Adelaide Oval. The program, which involves a combination of football clinics and one-on-one interaction, will continue under the name of former fan-favourite Peter Dean until 2020, when it will change to recognise the contributions made by another former Blue. To qualify for the Academy, boys must be aged 10-18 years and their fathers must have played at least 100 games for Carlton.

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GALA BALL

CIRCUS R SPECTACUL A

N O S A E S MID L L A B A L GA / Carlton officials, sponsors, supporters and former club greats were treated to a night of captivating circus acts and lively music at Carlton’s 2017 Gala Ball – Circus Spectacular.

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While an array of coloured lights shone across the Palladium at Crown, close to 1,000 guests indulged in a mouth-watering three-course meal as they engaged in a live auction and competed for over 150 silent auction items. Holidays to Lizard Island, Hamilton Island and Byron Bay and a variety of experiences with current Carlton players were just some of the items up for grabs at the mid-season ball, which was proudly presented by Hyundai on Friday 23 June. A brand new Hyundai i30 was also raffled at the event, with former Carlton Director

George Varlamos awarded the keys as the holder of the winning No. 25 ticket. As Carlton’s biggest fundraising event of the year, the Club would like to sincerely thank everyone who attended the 2017 Gala Ball – Circus Spectacular, as well all those who contributed to the success of the evening by donating an item for auction.

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GHOSTS OF PRINCES PARK

/ In the end, Princes Park’s place in the home and away world was broken by a simple phonecall – and yet the mythologies of long ago continue to surface more than ten years after the Old Dark Navy Blues last contested for premiership points there. For those for whom Princes Park meant everything, the Ghosts of Princes Park Tour offers some solace. Traditionally held at twilight time through the summer months, the tour takes in a slow lap of the old ground as classic tales of on-field episodes are juxtaposed with precious stories from the weather-beaten stands. Partaking in the tour are the Blue Believers – from lifelong members who witnessed firsthand the sheer brutality of ‘The Bloodbath’ grand final, to the millennials whom fate deprived them the chance to cheer home a Carlton goal from the Heatley Stand end. Perhaps Carlton fan Nick Katiforis best articulated the sentiments of all for whom Princes Park meant everything, in the aftermath of a recent tour he shared with his 10-year-old daughter Stephanie. In a conversation with The Age’s Rohan Connolly on the cusp of the 2015 season, Nick said: “ The reason I brought Stephanie tonight is because she’s lived through the darkest period in Carlton’s history and it saddens me for her. I want her to understand that Carlton is a fantastic club, and this place has given a lot of people a lot of happy memories. I’m sure they’ll happen again one day. Unfortunately, it won’t be here.”

This summer, the ghosts of 120 years past will once again be summoned, as Carlton members of all persuasions gather at the old ground to complete that glorious slow lap on the Ghosts of Princes Park Tour. – Plans are also afoot for a Backstreet Blues Tour, where the old homes of former Carlton players and officials – all within walking distance of the ground - are revisited, as a timely throwback to days when the great Australian game was truly territorial.

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BOARD TRANSITION

Board transition FORMER CARLTON CAPTAIN CHRIS JUDD RETURNS TO IKON PARK… / Following an 11-year tenure as a Board member, earlier this year Adrian ‘Bear’ Gleeson announced his retirement from the Carlton Football Club Board of Directors, with Chris Judd formally assuming the vacant position in October. Arriving at Carlton at the end of 2007 after six seasons at West Coast, Judd captained the Blues between 2008-2012. A premiership player, Judd’s successes are well documented, as a Brownlow Medallist in 2004 and 2010, six-time All-Australian, a five-time best-and-fairest winner and Norm Smith Medallist in his career. Since retiring from the game in 2015, Judd has also established an extensive business portfolio – including in various business development roles at the St Kilda-based Impact Investment Group,

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and as part owner of Jaggad – a functional sports performance apparel brand. Judd now assumes the football and list management portfolio, working closely with coach Brendon Bolton, Head of Football Andrew McKay and GM List Management and Strategy Stephen Silvagni. President Mark LoGiudice paid tribute to Gleeson and acknowledged his wide-ranging services to the Carlton Football Club. “ Adrian has made a significant contribution to the Carlton Football Club over nearly four decades. He is a premiership player and Carlton Life Member, having played 176 games for the Club between 1986 and 1996,” LoGiudice said. “ In addition to his strong financial acumen, Adrian has recently overseen a refreshed list management strategy at the Club. He has been a highly respected member of the Board since his appointment in 2006 and has made an outstanding contribution toward the advancement of our Club throughout his tenure.” Earlier this year, Mark LoGiudice was re-elected unopposed as President and will serve another term since assuming the presidency in June 2014. Fellow Board members Kate Jenkins and Marcus Clarke were also re-elected unopposed as Directors. Mark LoGiudice, Jeanne Pratt (VicePresident), Luke Sayers, Kate Jenkins, Zac Fried, Marcus Clarke, Craig Mathieson and Chris Judd make up the full Board of Directors of the Carlton Football Club.

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THE TEAM

Corporate Partnerships Manager William Hartnell

Development Coach Jason Davenport

BEHIND

Corporate Partnerships Executive Sarina Lowe

Goal Kicking + Ruck Coach Saverio Rocca

Corporate Partnerships Executive Patrick Gleeson

Football Operations + Integrity Officer Sam Power

Commercial Development Manager Adrian Lloyd

Leadership, Culture + Performance Anthony Klarica

Commercial Services Executive Roisin Briscoe

Player Development Manager Craig Millar

Bequest Officer Lou Katsamas

GM – List Management + Strategy Stephen Silvagni

Business Development Manager Dean McBeth

National Recruiting Manager Paul Brodie

Hyundai Facilitation Manager Vieng Nguyen

Next Generation Academy, Talent Identification + Operations Coordinator Brett Potter

THE TEAM BOARD PRESIDENT MARK LOGIUDICE VICE PRESIDENT JEANNE PRATT Directors Marcus Clarke Zac Fried Kate Jenkins Chris Judd Craig Mathieson Luke Sayers

EXECUTIVE TEAM CEO Cain Liddle Chief Financial Officer Simon Kelleher Head of Football Andrew McKay GM – Corporate Sales + Partnerships Sam Eustice GM – Consumer + Marketing Emily Pilling GM – People, Community, Diversity + Inclusion Amanda Barker GM – Communications + Corporate Affairs Vanessa Gigliotti

ADMINISTRATION Executive Assistant Allison Beveridge Receptionist Cheryl Couvalias

COMMUNICATIONS

DIGITAL Head of Carlton Media Luca Gonano Digital Media Manager Darcy Muller Digital + Social Media Coordinator Julian Trantino Digital Media Coordinator Richard Calle Carlton Media Reporter + Host Grace Phillips

EVENTS Events Manager Jessica Manning Events Executive Breyana Spagnolo Events Coordinator Rachel Reeves

FINANCE Senior Manager – Finance, IT + Projects Rebecca Conboy Finance Manager Antoniette Makulski

Football Analyst Pat Cortazzo

Supporter Communications Specialist Estelle Lopes

Football Analyst Brent Manson

Membership Sales Team Leader Matt Hocking

Football Analyst Jack Noble

Membership Services Officer Samara Webb

Football Analyst Jess Tavrou

Membership Services Officer Billy Madytianos

Physical Performance Manager Joel Hocking

Retail + Merchandise Manager Liam Shaw

Performance Preparation Coordinator Matthew Bode

Retail Services Officer Elise Hogan

Strength + Conditioning Coach Steuart Livingstone

Club Doctor Dr Phil Bloom

COMMUNITY

FOOTBALL

Club Doctor Dr Rob Vorich

CORPORATE SALES + SPONSORSHIP Corporate Sales Manager Adam Sapar Senior Corporate Sales Executive Morten Webb

Assistant Coach – Midfield Tim Clarke Assistant Coach – Forward Line David Teague Head of Development Shane Watson

Corporate Sales Executive Scott Dornauf

Northern Blues Senior Coach + Development Coach Josh Fraser

Corporate Sales Administrator Kate Austin

Development Coach Brent Stanton

MERCHANDISE

Sport Science Manager Tom Kempton

Finance Officer Alison Butt

Assistant Coach – Stoppages Dale Amos

MEMBERSHIP

Membership Sales Manager Ashley Aidone

Historian/Journalist Tony De Bolfo

Community + Diversity Officer Matthew De Poilly

Supporter Engagement Executive Nick Hayes

Football Administration Manager Shane O’Sullivan

Sports Scientist Sam Ryan

Senior Assistant Coach – Backline Cameron Bruce

Graphic Designer Mitchell Thompson

Membership Operations Specialist Mariah Hanrahan

Financial Accountant Sarah Marr

Community + Diversity Officer Brianna Davey

Graphic Designer Darcy Vescio

Recruiting Coordinator W.A Ross Parker

Media + Digital Executive Danielle Balales

Head of Strategy + High Performance John Barker

Senior Designer Vittoria Anzelmi

Membership Operations Manager Nicole Rowlings

Assistant Accountant Cathy Altham

Senior Project Officer Wendy Dodd

MARKETING + DESIGN Brand + Marketing Manager Alexander Bianchini-Kometer

Football Recruiting Officer Michael Jordan

Media Manager Alexandra Stewart

Senior Coach Brendon Bolton

CRM Specialist Rachel Pang

Football Recruiting Officer Dale Harris

VFL High Performance Manager + Physical Preparation Assistant Steven Tiricola

Interim Community + Diversity Manager Adrian Asdagi

IT IT Support Officer Daniel Saliba

VENUE Head of Venue Operations Martin Shannon Venue Coordinator Alan Pfeiffer Maintenance Manager Henry Gardner Venue Trainee Anthony Serra

Medical + Player Development Coordinator Lillian O’Sullivan Northern Blues Doctor Dr Steve Gilchrist Head Physiotherapist Emidio Pacecca Physiotherapist Daniel James Physiotherapist Craig Christie Physiotherapist Marty Hogan Dietitian Sarah Jenner Property + Logistics Manager Jon Augustin

WELFARE People Development + Learning Manager James Golds

WOMEN’S Senior Coach Damien Keeping Football Administration Manager Tara Bonello *Correct at time of print

VOLUNTEERS The Club would like to thank all of its volunteers for their tireless efforts and support throughout 2017. Their contribution to the Club across the season is truly valued.

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Life members LIFE MEMBERS

Aitken, Ian Allan, Matthew Alvin, Tom Anderson, Graeme Armfield, Dennis Armstrong, Barry Armstrong, Robert Ashman, Rod Austin, Rod Barassi, Ron AM Bearman, Lewis Beaumont, Simon Bennett, Bill Betts, Eddie Bortolotto, Mario Bosustow, Peter Bradley, Craig Bromley, Rohan Brosnan, Frank Brown, Fraser Brown, Peter Buckley, Jim Camporeale, Scott Carrazzo, Andrew Carter, Laurie Chandler, Neil Christou, Ang Clape, Matt Clarke, Marcus Collins, Ian AM Cox, Berkley Crane, Garry Crosswell, Brent Crowe, Bob De Iulio, Ron Dean, Peter Dennis, Richard Dickson, David Ditchburn, Ross Dorotich, Jon Doull, Bruce Edelsten, Geoffrey Elliott, John

English, Des Espie, Alan Fevola, Brendan Fisher, Brad Fitzpatrick, Mike Franchina, Anthony Francis, Peter Fried, Zac Gallagher, Adrian Gardner, Henry Gibbs, Bryce Gilbert, Ray Gilbert, Wayne Gill, Barry Glascott, David Gleeson, Adrian Goold, John Gough, Stephen Gutierrez, Ivan Hall, Don Hall, Kevin Hands, Ken Hanna, Mil Harmes, Wayne Harvey, Max Hickmott, Adrian Hogg, Matthew Hopkins, Ted Houlihan, Ryan Howell, Scott Hulme, Darren Hunter, Ken Hurst, Paul Jackson, Syd Jamison, Michael Jesaulenko, Alex Johnston, Wayne Jones, Peter Jones, Warren Judd, Chris Kekovich, Brian Kennedy, Michael Keogh, Trevor

Kernahan, Stephen Kerr, Peter Kerr, Vivienne Kinnear, Colin Kleiman, Kenneth Klomp, Robbert Koutoufides, Anthony Kreuzer, Matthew Lappin, Matthew Lee, Greg Loccisano, Vince Lukas, Andy Maclure, Mark Madden, Justin Manton, Glenn Marcou, Alex Mathieson, Bruce Snr Mathieson, Don Maylin, Phil McColl, Graham McColl, Sharon McConville, Peter McKay, Andrew McKay, David McKenzie, Keith McKenzie, Warren Meldrum, Paul Mulcair, Barry Munari, Dennis Murphy, Fraser Murphy, Marc Naley, Mark Newbold, Peter Newton, Gordon OAM Newton, Richard Nicholls, John O’Sullivan, Luke O’Sullivan, Shane Parkin, David Payne, Malcolm Pearce, Brad Perovic, Val Perriam, John

Pinnell, Phillip Quirk, Bryan Ratten, Brett Rees, Alan Rhys-Jones, David Rice, Dean Robertson, Ian Robertson, Shane Rogers, Bill Rose, Marcus Russell, Jordan Salamone, Sam Salomon, Grant Salomon, Margaret Salter, Eric Scotland, Heath Sexton, Michael Shannon, Martin Sheldon, Ken Silvagni, Sergio Silvagni, Stephen Simpson, Kade Smith, Frank Smorgon, Jack AO Smorgon, Sam AO Southby, Geoff Spalding, Earl Stones, Barry Thornley, Bert Thornton, Bret Varlamos, George OAM Waite, Jarrad Walker, Andrew Walls, Robert Watts, Lionel Wells, Greg Whitnall, Graeme Whitnall, Lance Wiggins, Simon Williams, Greg Wilson, Simon Wotherspoon, Ian Young, Michael *Correct at time of print

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Vale The Carlton Football Club acknowledges the passing of the following past players and Life Members, along with all Carlton members who have passed away in 2017. Bill Barrot 12-game player 1971 Maurie Fowler Eight-game player 1966 Bruce McMaster Smith 26-game player 1962-64 Brian Henderson Two-game player 1964 Ken Hopper 17-game player 1945 Kevan ‘Icy’ Hamilton 11-game Carlton player 1956 Mac Wilson Nine-game Carlton player 1943-1944 Died aged 103 (prior to his death, Mac was the game’s oldest living former player) Albert Millson Vice-President + Ton Up Club Chairman Life Member Alexander Spencer Life Member

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