[8][16] However, in Round 8, he injured his cheekbone in a centre-square collision at the opening bounce. 2022-2023 Averages Full Stats. 2 Charlie was an outstanding sportsman playing both cricket and rugby league. Alba Bryan. #tas-icon .st4{fill:#FFFFFF;} #2,182. Descartar. Proud Ngarluma and Yindjibarndi woman. Shane is originally from South Australia and attended the local Golden Grove High School. His career was ended at the age of 20 when an injury left him blind in his left eye. The art represents both Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and a clear relationship to country and the connection between Larrakia and Yugambeh. } Boomerangs and campfire represent hunting (a big part of Hill's upbringing), and the circle below the boomerangs represents family. Plus is a natrual leader with a huge tank. [88] After that match Richmond head coach Damien Hardwick labelled Edwards one of the best players in the club's history, saying "he'll go down as one of the greats of our footy club". clip-path: url(#sem-a); #adl-icon .f { All you touch and all you see is all your life will ever be - Pink Floyd. #per-icon .d, [11] He was selected to play in Round 12 and kicked two goals to go with 17 disposals and six tackles in the club's win over West Coast at the Telstra Dome. #sem-icon .c { I thought it would be interesting to compare him with the media's darling Cyril Rioli Who would you prefer in your team and why 19 Farang83150 Brownlow Medallist With Richmond's young small forward Shane Edwards revealing has Aboriginal heritage, the list of indigenous AFL footballers has grown yet again. The club investigated claims made by Ms Campbell on social media relating to the artwork on the Power's guernsey for Sir Doug Nicholls Round, and determined the artwork had originally been created for a 2019 exhibition at Flinders Medical Centre in South Australia. NORTHFIELDJustin Peruzzi and Shane Edwards started together in Northfield Troop 72 as Tiger Cubs and after Cub Scouts, Webelos and Boy Scouts it is only fitting that as young men, they notched their final goal of reaching Eagle Scout together. Get 5 free searches. #syd-icon .d { Key points: Shanae Brooke Edwards was on the phone to a friend in the US at the time she went missing. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders Corporation (Q.E.A.) 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[8] He played eight straight matches before missing out for the club's Round 12 clash with Melbourne. A non-statutory NSW Aboriginal Land Council was established in 1977 as a specialist Aboriginal lobby on land rights. Sydney Kings, #tas-icon .st0{fill:#002A22;} } [94] After round 20, Edwards was ranked by Champion Data as the league's 11th best player so far that season, despite having been ranked the 104th best on a two-year basis as recently as round 15. [8] He was recognised among the matches' best players when he received four votes in the Coaches Association award tally in round 4's win over Hawthorn. Gilbee worked closely with renowned Aboriginal artist Nathan Patterson to assist in translating aspects of his story to produce the striking artwork. Picture: westcoasteagles.com.au, Jamarra Ugle-Hagan models the Western Bulldogs' Indigenous jumper. See the complete profile on LinkedIn and discover Shane's connections and jobs at similar companies. We're inviting them to tell. Country Victoria. Travel. #adl-icon .d { #tas-icon .st2{fill:#F9AD3B;} Deputy Secretary Aboriginal Affairs Department of Premier and Cabinet (NSW) Jul 2022 - Present8 months Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Board Member Community Housing Ltd Feb 2021 - Present2. fill: #fff; [105] Edwards started the 2019 season with appearances in each of the club's two pre-season matches before recording 22 disposals in round 1's season-opening match against Carlton. [8], In a January 2012 time trial Edwards placed fourth of all Richmond players and maintained his claim as one of the club's most damaging runners. [22][23], Edwards saw his role change slightly in 2013, playing more minutes in the midfield. Designed by forward Ben Davis, the guernsey features a dhoeri, a traditional head dress which is a significant part of Torres Strait Islander culture, and represents Davis personal story of cultural discovery. pic.twitter.com/j67S8oXeLH. [39] He missed Round 2 with calf tightness but made a quick return to kick a goal and wrack up 26 disposals in Round 3's win over Brisbane. } "When the findings came out of the Do Better report I almost reneged on the job, I almost ran away from it, but theres a quote by Gandhi, we have to be the change we want to see in the world. Alexandra Bryan. Wedding Party. Try for free at rocketreach.co #mel-icon .d { [8] At the conclusion of his debut season Edwards had played 16 matches, kicked 11 goals and held averages of 10.3 disposals and 2.1 per game. Picture: fremantlefc.com.au, Brandan Parfitt in the Cats' Indigenous jumper. Take Phil Ludbrook out and show him a thing or two lol. Thank you Shane for your service too the club and more importantly as a role model too your fellow indigenous team mates at the club past & present and the wider indigenous community. [204][205] In 2019, teammate Jack Riewoldt called Edwards the best handballer he had ever seen. 2013-14; Career; Shooting. } by Lucas Morros SHANE EDWARDS I believe that Shane Edwards deserves the Aboriginal of the Year award 2014 because of the work he does with his community, his successful career and his volunteer work. He co-chairs the Aboriginal Studies and Indigenous Strategies Committee at La Trobe University. Designed by proud Yorta Yorta and Gunnai man Dixon Patten, who has Gunditjmara bloodlines, the artwork tells the story of Norm McDonald; the first Aboriginal player for Essendon who was a Gunditjmara man from the western district of Victoria. "In the design I have the Kardiniyoo, the sunrise taking place and the two teams coming together to play what we call Marngrook. Shane Edwards is a three-time premiership player, an All-Australian and has three times placed in the top 5 in Richmond best and fairest awards. fill: #ceff00; Leading into Sir Doug Nicholls Round our Indigenous boys spoke on what the round means to them. Western Bulldogs great Luke Darcy tells Sarah Olle the one piece of wellbeing advice he'd give to his younger self, Sarah Olle and Josh Gabelich with the latest footy news, Join us as 'The Journey' begins for the 2023 Toyota AFL Premiership Season, Nat Edwards with all the latest footy news, The priority signing period has officially kicked off! [95][96] He also held the fifth-best kicking efficiency among midfielders and ranked number one overall for metres gained by handball with 1290 metres, close to double the second-placed Adam Treloar (735 metres). [70] He thus became the 27th person to play 200 games at Richmond and the first indigenous player at Richmond to do so. Always had a hunch Edwards was at least part Aboriginal. Port unveiled their Indigenous jumper this week after a competition asking high school students to design the guernsey. Shane Edwards 5d Report this post Well it's time to head home after whirlwind trip to Brisbane for RioInspire with 24 of my fellow brothers and sisters from various parts of our country as well a 1 brother from across the ocean from New Zealand. I was told today the reason Edwards isn't playing seniors is because he's put on too much weight too quickly (unbelievable at RFC eh) and it's affected his speed, Quote from: one-eyed on March 04, 2008, 08:18:40 PM, Quote from: RROFO on March 05, 2008, 07:08:03 AM, Quote from: mightytiges on March 04, 2008, 10:48:51 PM, Quote from: 08yearofthetiger on March 05, 2008, 07:21:40 PM, Quote from: bluey_21 on March 05, 2008, 07:32:39 PM, Quote from: WilliamPowell on March 05, 2008, 08:43:47 PM, Better to ignore a fool than encourage one. [73] Though it was not known publicly at the time, he sustained a broken finger in that match, the result of which saw him unable to complete simple tasks like holding a fork. He holds the Richmond club records for most games by any Indigenous player and most games by any player in the number 10 guernsey. He lived at the Purfleet Aboriginal mission station four kilometres south of Taree. [43] Edwards was named best on ground when he was awarded three Brownlow votes in Round 9's Dreamtime at the 'G match against Essendon. [108][109] Following injuries to captain Trent Cotchin and vice-captains Jack Riewoldt and Alex Rance, Edwards was appointed to captain Richmond for the first time in round 4. He began playing football at age eight with the local Golden Grove Kookaburras. Showing my children the value of country and the connection we have is vitally important to our future. fill: #ffc528; [8] At years end he had played 20 matches, kicked 11 goals and set a then career-best tackles per-game mark. Picture: Getty Images, Jarrod Harbrow, Joel Jeffrey, Izak Rankine, Sean Lemmens, Malcolm Rosas jnr, Jy Farrar. [95] Edwards finished the home and away season having played in all of Richmond's 22 matches for the first time since 2014. love this kid, really reckon he will make a name for himself by the end of his career. [8] For the third straight season Edwards played in a losing elimination final with the club. [63] At season's end Edwards held averages of 18.7 disposals and 0.8 goals per game. More Edwards Pages. [3][200], Edwards has one child with partner Samantha, a girl born in August 2020. [14] As promised, Edwards finished the season having played in all 22 Richmond matches. Author of Essential Aboriginal Insights. The AFL has aligned itself closely with the cause of reconciliation between Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal Australia. Its embarrassing how many Australians no little to nothing our lack of cultural education is directly linked to our collective failures to #closethegaps. The three-time premiership player dealt with ankle issues which forced him to miss three games in the middle of the year, plus three in the back end of the season. Shane Edwards felt all eyes turn to him and it was uncomfortable. [74] Despite this setback he showed no apparent drop in form, playing in each of the club's first three matches of the season. [148] He played his first match for the year in the AFL's fundraising State of Origin for Bushfire Relief Match in February, representing his home state of South Australia as part of the allied All-Stars side. Our 2021 Indigenous guernsey is here, proudly celebrating Torres Strait Islander culture. [128], In 2020, the Herald Sun labelled Edwards the eighth best Richmond player of the AFL era. [57][58] Though he did indeed play Round 1, he suffered another injury during the match, this time in the form of a fractured hand. ONE OF the many highlights of the Sir Doug Nicholls Round is the stunning, specially designed jumpers. Our Mob represents the proud Indigenous men and women of the North Melbourne Football Club, who are currently walking the footsteps paved by previous legends of the game. Shane Edwards' Post Shane Edwards Superintendent Heritage Fieldwork 1w [102][103][104], Ahead of the 2019 season, Edwards was named by Champion Data as the league's best midfielder/forward and the 17th best player overall under the AFL's Player Ratings System. The design shows both magpies flying onwards and upwards, with outstretched wings, reaching new heights and possibilities. in 2001 he published on indigenous custody rates. } Today I get back into the grind, very grateful that I was able to spend so much time on country putting my feet in the dirt and energising my soul. #sem-icon .b { } A client wants to create IT processes and train staff , Managing Director and CEO - Global Drilling and Exploration Group, A big couple of weeks ahead. [206] In 2019 injuries to many of Richmond's key players saw Edwards used as a half-back for the first time in his career, before return to various midfield and forward roles for the second half of that season. [5] His brother Kym played with North Adelaide in the SANFL. The National Basketball League acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we work, live & play. Port Adelaide's Indigenous jumper design was originally designed by Aboriginal artist Elle Campbell, the club has confirmed. [143], Over the 2019/20 off-season, Edwards was rated by AFL statistics partner Champion Data in the top-tier "elite" category among midfielder-forwards. The eels then meet on our coast, our saltwater country. [53] Coach Damien Hardwick called the non-decision "diabolical" while AFL umpiring boss Hayden Kennedy later admitted the call was incorrect and should have been rewarded with a free kick on goal. #adl-icon .c { A collaboration between past player Des Headland, AFLW player Mikayla Morrison and Indigenous artist Kevin Bynder, the 2021 jumper combines the heritage of Headland and Morrison, highlights some proud aspects of Fremantle Football Club history and acknowledges the tragic loss of at least 373 Aboriginal men at a Rottnest Island prison camp between 1838 and 1931. Picture: AFL Photos, James Bell in the Swans' Indigenous jumper. 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[8], Edwards again missed out on round 1 selection in 2008 before playing his first match for the season in round 4. Descartar. fill: #fff; 20161 - 201781 8. All class. Our 2021 Dreamtime jumper tells @S_Edwards10 & @JackRiewoldt08's story since arriving at Richmond together. Our Marn Grook Guernsey tells the story of Guunyu, the black swan.Available now at the Swanshop: https://t.co/E3i6z6hP5W pic.twitter.com/X144LWQoX7, Created by artist Darryl Bellotti, the "Guernsey depicts the Waugul (Rainbow Serpent) as it travels the land and watches over the West Coast Eagles journey to the Grand Final at the MCG. Twomey's Draft Team of the Year: Three new faces, 204cm ruck a one-week wonder. To Nyoongar people, the Waugul is widely regarded and is known as the Creator Spirit and in the Dreaming, what Nyoongar call the Nyitting, only Spirit beings inhabited the land. clip-path: url(#mel-a); Damien Hardwick, Richmond coach - 2014[6], 2014 would prove an exceptional year for Edwards, but one which included a form reversal after a relatively slow start. [31] By Round 15 he began to turn an average season into a special one, with a 20 disposal and six clearance match against St Kilda. [6] He played in the club's first two matches of the season before playing his 50th career match in Round 3 against Sydney. [174][175] After a quiet showing in a qualifying final loss to the Brisbane Lions to open the finals series, Edwards was back to his match-winning best with 21 disposals, five clearances and two goals in a semi-final win over St Kilda one week later. Home. Very humbling experience and thoroughly appreciate everyone being open and helping . 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