Whilst, pathetically wallowing in self-pity after a tough Elimination Final loss, I failed to realise that it was the last time I would sit with “President” Peggy O’Neal at an AFLM game. What a journey it’s been, and what a privilege to be able to share it with her. Thank you.
It’s hard to articulate a club’s culture in just a few words. Sometimes it’s best understood by simply observing its people. I’ve thought of
@S_Edwards10
and his milestone plenty this week, and he’s the embodiment of our culture. He’s a great man and he’s a
@Richmond_FC
man.
Towna’s “tackle” franked our physicality and set us on course to win our first Premiership in 37 years. I will never, ever forget him.
@JacobTownsend31
.
@Richmond_FC
Today’s attendance of 76,995 was
@Richmond_FC
largest ever involving an interstate club. It means that 1,118,360 people attended our H&A games throughout the 2019
@AFL
season, and our home game average of 59,987 was the highest in the competition - again!
Tiger Army 🙌🙌🙌
I’m thrilled that
@tcotchin9
and
@JackRiewoldt08
will continue on the journey with our club. They have changed
@Richmond_FC
for the better but are still committed to learning, growth and building something that endures.
Their leadership and wisdom is invaluable.
1,008,494
@AFL
Club members is an extraordinary achievement. In an increasingly fragmented world, it highlights the power of sport as a social & cultural institution, and its ability to cultivate connection & community. An extremely valuable social good! 🙌
Since becoming President of
@NMFCOfficial
, Dr Sonja Hood has led with strength, dignity and decency. We at
@Richmond_FC
send her all our strength and very best wishes as she tackles her health challenge. All strength to her arm!
A wonderful footballer, more importantly, when it comes to character, Bachar is one from the very top shelf. So proud and grateful he’s a Tiger.
#Bachar200
@Richmond_FC
#
@BHFoundationAU
Congrats
@ashbarty
Home slam, weight of an entire nation on her shoulders. Delivers a masterclass in elite sporting performance. Indomitable will, composure, humility.
#AustralianOpen
Confirmed by
@rhettrospective
that Edwards, Rioli, Pickett, Bolton, Stack, Mansell and Parker running out today, establishes a new
@Richmond_FC
record for most indigenous players in an
@AFL
game. Xavier Clarke a key member or our coaching group as well.
Feeling for Tigers fans tonight. I know how much you were looking forward to celebrating with Jack at the
@MCG
tomorrow night in what is a crucial game for the Club. Public health comes first! We’ll be back there asap and look forward to seeing you then.
Despite a cold, wet winter’s day, no car park and several shutdown train lines, 38,986 fans attended
#afltigersgiants
@MCG
today. Thank you all for your great support.
#gotiges
On behalf of the entire
@Richmond_FC
, I express my condolences to the Costa family on the passing of Frank. He was a remarkable man. His devotion to his family and commitment to his football club & community was limitless. His humble and selfless leadership was inspiring. RIP
It’s worth noting that way back in early 2012,
@Richmond_FC
President Gary March was widely ridiculed when he stated that Dimma had the potential to be a “Tommy Hafey-type who coaches for 10-plus years and coaches us to premierships”.
@RalphyHeraldSun
It’s been a long and hard day, but upon reflection, I’m just so grateful for all that Alex Rance has given our club. He was incredible to watch, very rarely beaten and a proud and fearless
@Richmond_FC
, premiership man. He has established a powerful example for others to follow.
Not the best news, but let’s keep it in perspective. Firstly, Tom and Noah will recover and return. Secondly, sometimes when you think you’ve been buried, you might just have been planted. Growth will come from this.
Towna will never be forgotten by
@Richmond_FC
Unconditionally tough and selfless. “The tackle”, franked our momentum, made the entire team walk taller and set us on the path to victory.
Jacob Townsend has retired, after declining an offer to train with Gold Coast over summer for an SSP spot.
10 years, 62 games, four clubs, one premiership and a bone-crunching Grand Final tackle that will forever live in the minds of Richmond fans 👏
We have always been, and will always aspire to be, a Club of the people. With 75,803 members and counting, the Tiger Army continues to support and sustain our Club in record numbers. Thank you!
@Richmond_FC
mourns the passing of Denise Bartlett. Denise was a cherished member of the Richmond family, and her strength, loyalty and unwavering support will forever be remembered. We extend our deepest sympathy to Kevin, Sharna, Cara, Breanna, Rhett and their families.
We were very dissapointed with the offer of a 2nd Rd pick for Brandon Ellis and asked the
@AFL
to review it.
@AFL
has since explained that the points allocated (based on age & average $$$), fell just short of the points required for the awarding of a 1st Rd pick in 2019.
90k financial members is a momentous achievement and one that the entire
@Richmond_FC
family should take enormous pride in. Thank you for your commitment and sacrifice. 🙏🏻
On behalf of the entire
@Richmond_FC
, congratulations to Kevin Sheedy AO, on being honoured as an Officer of the Order of Australia, today. From “back pocket plumber”, to a towering figure in the development our game, our community and our nation.
On behalf of the
@Richmond_FC
I express my condolences to the family, friends, and fans of Ron Barassi. A true giant of the game, Ron’s impact on the
@AFL
and Australian Rules Football generally, is immeasurable, and he will be dearly missed. Rest in peace.
#RonBarassi
Even though many wouldn’t know our legendary 40+ year “bootstudder”
@ilmar_tiltins
aka Drac, Drac is a giant of
@Richmond_FC
. It’s the absolute selflessness & sacrifice of Drac and many others like him, upon which great clubs are built.
The Order of Australia Medal is richly deserved recognition of Peggy O’Neal’s community/business leadership & contribution to Australia. A strong, principled, inclusive & selfless leader of the
@Richmond_FC
, we’re very proud of her & so grateful she’s our President.
To our 105 084
@Richmond_FC
members - the last couple of years has challenged us in so many ways, and yet you remain connected with the yellow & black in record numbers. Your emotional investment supports us, sustains us and continues to strengthen us. Thank you!
Great scenes out of
@UTAS_
Stadium, in Launceston Tasmania. Full house, great atmosphere. People who know and love their footy!
#AFLHawksDons
@FOXFOOTY
More than 1 million people have attended
@richmond
H&A games in ‘18. A crowd of 67,054 at
#AFLTigersCats
@MCG
, has us at 1,043,369 with 3 rounds remaining. We’re grateful for the tremendous support.
This says so much about Peggy’s standing within the community, however, it also speaks volumes about diverse, dynamic, clever, cultural, connected and cool Mebourne.
@cityofmelbourne
.
@peggyoneal17
On a sad note,
@Richmond_FC
Vice-Patron, benefactor and former Director Garry Krauss passed away this evening. Always the eccentric, irreverent bon vivant, Garry fell in love with the club, and 30 yrs ago he arguably helped save it.
In a strong, systems based team, he was elite at performing his role diligently and selflessly and he made the team better. So much of what “George” delivered each week, made us, us! The ultimate teammate. A remarkable Tiger.
At
@Richmond_FC
final H&A game, we’ll pay tribute to each of our 103,358 devoted members. Again, we’ll need you in what will be a massive challenge against the red hot, ladder leading,
@brisbanelions
. Tiger Army let’s fill the
@MCG
with your numbers, voice, strength and support!
We at
@Richmond_FC
, congratulate Andrew Dillon on his appointment and wish him well. Andrew is a fine person who has been a longstanding servant of our game. He brings experience and capability to the role, and he’ll enjoy widespread support throughout the
@AFL
community.
Thanks for the great crowd (57,415) & pulsating atmosphere today
@MCG
#AFLTigersEagles
. As we quickly shift our focus to Rd 23 v
@brisbanelions
, our attendance record against an interstate club (58,721 v Sydney, 2013), looks vulnerable.
I’m so grateful and proud to have such amazing members. Thank you all for being part of our
@Richmond_FC
community. Your passion and support is our lifeblood. Thank also to the
@Richmond_FC
organisation. Together, we create wonderful memories, and a future of possibilities.
Come and celebrate the careers of Bachar Houli, Kane Lambert & Josh Caddy as they do one final lap around the
@MCG
🙌
Make sure to be in your seats from 12.40pm this Sunday!
RIP Paddy Guinane - one of
@Richmond_FC
greatest servants. Son of a Tiger (Danny - 103 games) and raised in Tigerland. Premiership player, leading goal kicker, Reserves Coach, U/19 Coach, Director, Life Member, true gentleman and so proud of our modern day Tigers!
Patrick Green, the son of Chris & Sara and Grandson of Michael & Rita, lost his life in tragic circumstances recently. The team will wear black armbands as a mark of respect to Michael, a 4x P’ship champion & the Green family, so respected and beloved by the
@Richmond_FC
family.
Vale Ron Reiffel. A great & enduring servant of the
@Richmond_FC
. A kind, caring and humble man. A true gentleman. On behalf of the entire Richmond Football Club, I extend our sympathies to his family. He will be missed. Rest In Peace.
@Richmond_FC
@tcotchin9
Underscore - “Trent is everything we could ask for as the captain of our football club. His leadership and care for his teammates, as well as the courageous way he plays the game is just exceptional”.
Ray Gunston was an eminently decent and wise leader within the
@AFL
community. He often provided valuable guidance and encouragement to our club. On behalf of the entire
@Richmond_FC
I extend our sincere condolences to Ray Gunston's family and friends.
As a
@Richmond_FC
Immortal, Royce Hart is a giant in the rich history of our club. On behalf of the entire club and our hundreds of thousand of members and fans, I wish Royce a full and speedy recovery. May he be back on his feet soon.
Whilst different, Dreamtime in Perth at
@OptusStadium
promises to be a huge contest and magnificent spectacle.
Just as it was in Darwin, it will engage a different community and continue to showcase the Dreamtime game and all that it stands for, nationally.
The Round 12 Dreamtime match against
@essendonfc
will be played next Saturday, June 5 at
@OptusStadium
, Perth.
First bounce will be at 5:40pm (AWST)/ 7:40pm (AEST)
My thoughts are with the “Flea” and the entire Weightman clan on the passing of the great Brian “Reggie” Weightman, a pillar of the Mildura/Sunraysia community.
Thank you
@SFFCBulldogs
for your significant role in developing Marlion Pickett as a man & athlete. With such notable names including, Beard, Brown, Carter, Gaspar, Monteath , Mount, Rioli & now Pickett, we look forward to strengthening the historical connection b/w our clubs.
Alan Schwab passed away 25 yrs ago today. Today I reflect upon his significant contribution to the success of the
@Richmond_FC
and pay my respects to his family.
The
@AFLDraft
is over in the blink of an eye, and yet it was the culmination of 12 months of effort and sacrifice from the entire
@Richmond_FC
list management and recruiting team. They continue to serve us so well.
It’s remarkable to witness the rapid rate of improvement in the standards required to manage and deliver elite, professional sports. Tom Harley was kind enough to take me through the
@sydneyswans
super impressive new T&A headquarters, which have set a new
@AFL
benchmark IMO.
Whenever the Richmond boys of my era get together, and the name Shane Tuck came up, the immediate response from most of the group would be to smile. The past few days have given me pause to think about what caused that reaction, writes Wayne Campbell.
@BrettDeledio07
was a magnificent player for the
@Richmond_FC
! Over his 243 games in the Yellow & Black he
was a shining light for a generation of Tiger fans. We look forward to welcoming him home to Tigerland, and honouring him, this Saturday.
Today we shared the key elements of our $65m Punt Rd Oval redevelopment plan with our members via an online forum. The project is critical to the Strong & Bold future of our club. For more details visit the
@Richmond_FC
website.
Sad day at
@Richmond
today, as our devoted supporter Joan Chapple, lost her devoted and loyal friend “Gypsy”. For years Gypsy had the run of the place. She will missed!