‘Never forgive myself’: Bombers coach’s post-game admission after star’s prolific return
Jordan Ridley was best on ground in a stunning return from 10 months out of the game due to repeat quad injuries. Picture: Dylan Burns / Getty ImagesEssendon coach Brad Scott says he wouldn’t have forgiven himself if he pushed Jordan Ridley to return too soon after the defender’s stunning comeback game on Saturday night.
Watch every game of every round this Toyota AFL Premiership Season LIVE with no ad-breaks during play on Kayo. New to Kayo?“He’s been ready for a couple of weeks, but the way he played tonight, you can see why we just needed to make sure he was absolutely right,” Scott said. Essendon star Jordan Ridley accepts the Yiooken Trophy from Michael Long and Aunty Pam Pedersen as best on ground in the Dreamtime at the ‘G clash. Picture: Morgan Hancock / Getty ImagesScott said he was excited to see Ridley form a partnership with recruit Ben McKay, who was a big aerial presence albeit against an undersized Richmond forward line.
“Our backline has been functioning pretty well. McKay has been an important part of that, and Ridley just adds to it.
Practice Game Jake Stringer Newswire-Sport G Clash Pre-Season Game Hamstring Awareness Hamstring Damage Michael Long Quarter Time Getty Images Inc. Stunning Return Aerial Presence Sam Draper Zach Reid Boundary Line Harry Jones Stunning Comeback Game Quad Injuries Quarter Testing Ben Mckay Brad Scott Game Return Nate Caddy Nik Cox Stringer Strikes
Australia Latest News, Australia Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
‘Not what the club stands for’: Bombers star angers Dogs over ‘players requesting trades’ claimAFL: The Midweek Tackle crew break down St Kilda's looming trade raid including the potential to offer Luke Davies-Uniacke or Hugh McCluggage up to $13-15 million.
Read more »
‘I want to win a premiership’: Young Swan, Bombers vice-captain sign long term extensionsAFL: The Sydney Swans aren't fazed by 'smug' calls from GSW ahead of derby XXVII.
Read more »
Bombers star apologises for spreading rumourEssendon’s Sam Draper has reportedly been scolded by club officials after spreading rumours about rivals Western Bulldogs.
Read more »
LIVE AFL: Wayward Bombers fire in arm-wrestle leaving Eagles to ‘hang on’AFL: Sydney have had an impressive win over GWS in a wet derby at the SCG, locking in second spot on the AFL ladder.
Read more »
‘Had a misstep’: Bombers deny banning star from podcast after controversial commentsAFL: Essendon coach Brad Scott sits down to discuss a round 8 encounter with the West Coast Eagles at Optus Stadium.
Read more »
Giants take early lead, Bombers burn ball inside 50AFL: Jay Clark reports on The Midweek Tackle the AFL is souring on allowing players to be traded in a midseason trade period due to Victorian bias fears.
Read more »