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Nathan Bassett retires

Posted:
Wed Aug 27, 2008 1:20 pm
by Hondo
Just heard on the radio that Nathan Bassett has announced to the players that he will retire at the end of the season
Well done on a great career

Re: Nathan Bassett retires

Posted:
Wed Aug 27, 2008 1:25 pm
by Booney
Yep,on the AFC website.
Re: Nathan Bassett retires

Posted:
Wed Aug 27, 2008 1:30 pm
by Footy Smart
Bass is one of those players who wasnt blessed with natural talent but left every bit of energy and ability he had on the oval each game.
Well done to Freddy and im sure he will be very successful of the field also.
Re: Nathan Bassett retires

Posted:
Wed Aug 27, 2008 1:48 pm
by Drop Bear
Didn't need a crystal ball to see that one coming.
Freddy was a top quality backman who did the simple things well.
Congrats on a great career.
Re: Nathan Bassett retires

Posted:
Wed Aug 27, 2008 1:50 pm
by Booney
Psyber loves him,he probably cant post his thoughts right now,he would be too emotional.

Re: Nathan Bassett retires

Posted:
Wed Aug 27, 2008 2:07 pm
by Psyber
Booney wrote:Psyber loves him,he probably cant post his thoughts right now,he would be too emotional.

Earlier in the season I said his injury problems suggested he might be near the end, and more recently Booney I disagreed with your general dismissiveness of him, saying I thought he was still playing a useful role since his recovery. Is that what you mean by "loving" him?
I think he has made a wise and appropriate choice. Some Norwood supporters are hopeful of having him at full back there next year, but that would depend on how his body is holding up.
No I'm not particularly emotional about it. I'm not a particularly emotive type.
Re: Nathan Bassett retires

Posted:
Wed Aug 27, 2008 2:11 pm
by silicone skyline
I heard Dennis Commetti is in mourning
Re: Nathan Bassett retires

Posted:
Wed Aug 27, 2008 2:13 pm
by Booney
If you could entertain the thought of being amused for a moment or two Psyber I would suggest you will find my comments tongue in cheek...
We have offered differing opinions on Bassett in the last year or so,you appreciate him,I dont and it runs no deeper than that.
He,as mentioned,got more out of his body and natural ability than most can say they have.Not quite of the same ilk as Michael Wilson but with similar characteristics I understand why you 'love' (for want of a better word) him.
Re: Nathan Bassett retires

Posted:
Wed Aug 27, 2008 2:16 pm
by Browny25
I am not too dissapointed, he has had a very average year.
Thankfully he decided to end it now!
However has been a great player and servent over the years..
Re: Nathan Bassett retires

Posted:
Wed Aug 27, 2008 2:21 pm
by Psyber
Booney wrote:If you could entertain the thought of being amused for a moment or two Psyber I would suggest you will find my comments tongue in cheek...
We have offered differing opinions on Bassett in the last year or so,you appreciate him,I dont and it runs no deeper than that.
He,as mentioned,got more out of his body and natural ability than most can say they have.Not quite of the same ilk as Michael Wilson but with similar characteristics I understand why you 'love' (for want of a better word) him.
That's OK Booney. I had a similar interaction with my brother-in-law [a Power member] years ago, over a similar player, Rodney Maynard.
He had trouble respecting players from Norwood, but eventually conceded the point.

Re: Nathan Bassett retires

Posted:
Wed Aug 27, 2008 2:24 pm
by stan
Well done to him on a excellent career. Was a good backman for the cows. With a few older players retiring it wll give a chance to alot of young players.
So Bassett and Biglands Retired.
Re: Nathan Bassett retires

Posted:
Wed Aug 27, 2008 2:24 pm
by Booney
Not conceding...

Re: Nathan Bassett retires

Posted:
Wed Aug 27, 2008 2:27 pm
by Psyber
Booney wrote:Not conceding...

Non-concession accepted.

Re: Nathan Bassett retires

Posted:
Wed Aug 27, 2008 2:57 pm
by Media Park
What a sad day....
My second favorite AFL player...
Now I can focus on holding Aker with more reverence...
Re: Nathan Bassett retires

Posted:
Wed Aug 27, 2008 6:02 pm
by Thiele
Re: Nathan Bassett retires

Posted:
Wed Aug 27, 2008 6:57 pm
by wycbloods
Good to see he has made the decision himself. If he had tried to go on he may not have been afforded that luxury. He has had a good career and has got the most out of the ability he had. He did spend a fair chunk of his playing years playing on opponents that he probably shouldn't have and performed admirably. Hopefully he does spend some time at Norwood next year.
Re: Nathan Bassett retires

Posted:
Wed Aug 27, 2008 7:59 pm
by Dutchy
Geez I hope the Crows fans dont clap him off on Sunday, Booney will be unbearable!!!

Re: Nathan Bassett retires

Posted:
Wed Aug 27, 2008 11:31 pm
by fester69
Basset wont play at Norwood next year but WILL be a senior coach there sooner or later (hopefully sooner).
Re: Nathan Bassett retires

Posted:
Thu Aug 28, 2008 9:12 am
by Booney
Dutchy wrote:Geez I hope the Crows fans dont clap him off on Sunday, Booney will be unbearable!!!


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