Jimmy Ezard Retires

Club veteran James Ezard has decided to hang up his boots due to a reoccurring shoulder injury that has prevented him from returning to form throughout the 2015 season.

The Victorian-born midfielder and Magarey Medallist, who has played 156 League games here at the club will play his last game wearing the red and black guernsey this Saturday for the West Adelaide Reserves. The game starts at 11:25am.

Jimmy came to the club after being picked up by Port Adelaide in the 2004 AFL Draft, where injuries yet again held him back from securing a spot in the senior side. He played four games in the AFL side before settling in the SANFL and making West Adelaide his home.

Jimmy is a hugely respected leader both on and off the field here at the Bloods, and epitomizes what it means to be a professional athlete and team player.

We thank you Jimmy for all you have contributed to the club, and hope you all the best for the future.

Lee wrote:15 One-percenters and a genuine 3rd best with a bung shoulder.

Jimmy was given a great send-off at the club.

Thanks, Jimmy, a true champion.

mark beswick wrote:His shoulders are not great - was the last home game.... 2s are not playing finals -  Probably a fair decision and one all the players understood when he spoke to them

the prowler wrote:

mark beswick wrote:His shoulders are not great - was the last home game.... 2s are not playing finals -  Probably a fair decision and one all the players understood when he spoke to them

We can all accept that.