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by BehindTheGame | behindthegame.com.au
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FORMER Melbourne CEO Paul McNamee said he held talks with Lion Jonathon Brown’s management about a 5 year deal. (The Age)
McNamee planned to lure the power forward to Melbourne with a lucrative 5 million dollar contract to realize his ‘premier club’ dream.
The search for the next CEO will be desperate for the Demons with the club expected to record a 2 million dollar loss this season. (The Australian)
Fremantle’s Cameron Schwab and Geelong’s Stuart Fox are believed to be the leading candidates to replace the short-lived McNamee.
Hawthorn President Jeff Kennett has announced that he won’t be at the club for the long haul. (Herald Sun)
If re-elected Kennett will serve one more term before terminating his position in 2011.
Sydney forward Barry Hall will return this weekend to take on Adelaide in a crucial round 17 clash.
Although Coach Paul Roos advised he would return when considered ‘mentally fit’, Hall has been rushed into selection due to overwhelming list injuries.
North Melbourne CEO Eugene Arocca says he choreographed last Friday night’s cheer squad banner. (The Age)
The banner read; to the “blockbuster” Pies, we’ll put out you lights, tonight we’ll remind you, who started Friday nights!
North Melbourne is set to begin its 15 million dollar revamp of Arden Street pending permission from the City Council. (Herald Sun)
It is believed that the Kangaroos have secured 13 million in funding for the new facilities. |
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