Most Australians know Neale Daniher for his courage in the face of what he calls the beast. But as Essendon celebrated their 150th, the reverence of those who played alongside him in the red and black was clear
“Untouchable,” Andrews said. “He could have been right up there with them. He was one of the best in such a short time.”
but became the first player appointed skipper to not lead his team into battle. He would play just 16 more games, with sheer will getting him back in 1985, 1989 and 1990 after multiple reconstructions.But that season and especially those final two goals in the final two minutes at the end of a famous quarter etched his name in Essendon folklore before he had even turned 21.Besanko played three games in 1980 alongside Neale and Terry.
Former Bomber Ken Fletcher was coaching Tatura that Saturday. He heard about Carlton’s lead and didn’t think about it again. He nearly died of fright when he heard the score.
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