Harry Taylor announces AFL retirement, thanking “fiercely loyal” Cats supporters
Cats champ Harry Taylor has announced his retirement, in a statement sent to club members on Saturday. The 34-year-old announced the end of his 280-game career while thanking fans for their “fiercely loyal support” over his 13 years at the club.
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FAN-FAVOURITE Cats champ Harry Taylor has announced his retirement.
In a statement sent to club members at 10am on Saturday, the 34-year-old announced the end of his 280-game career while thanking fans for their “fiercely loyal support” over his 13 years at the club.
“I limped into the GFC bright eyed and determined back in 2007 and limp off 4723 days later in 2020 proud that I have given my absolute best to our great club,” Harry said.
“The 1 v 1 contests, the ice baths, the heartbreaking losses and the unbelievable victories at home or far away. I have tried to prepare as well as possible for every battle. You have been there with me through it all.”
“I grew up on a farm near a pin head sized country town in the Midwest of WA. We both know I didn’t move like the most graceful looking footballer, nor did I subscribe to the AFL player stereotype. I am unique but I have always just done what I think works best to help my teammates and the Geelong Football Club.
“I know myself and live by a vision. I strive to be a man of my word. Integrity and authenticity guide my path forward.
“I would have loved to have helped our great club win more games and more premierships but I leave having fully committed to the process and the values of our organisation.
“I hope you have enjoyed laughing, yelling, crying, and moving your head both horizontally and vertically with me and at me over the past 13 years.
“It’s been one hell of a ride. Go Cats.”
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