Footy Dept. Adrian Dodoro - Leaving EFC. #putoutyourjackets

[Lore]

Cliff notes:

• Stepping back from his current senior role following the 2023 AFL Draft
• Transition plan, raised the possibility with Vozzo in April
• Replacement is Matt Rosa, whose thread is here: Welcome to Essendon Matthew Rosa
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  – AFL Talent & Operations Manager!

To coincide with this announcement, the Club’s General Manager of List and Recruiting, Adrian Dodoro, has made the decision to take a step back from his current senior role following this year’s NAB AFL National Draft. He will lead the Club through the upcoming 2023 Trade and Draft period in his current position prior to transitioning to and assisting Matt Rosa moving forward.​

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Dodoro, an Essendon Life Member, has played a significant role at the Bombers over nearly three decades and said the time was right to take a step back.​

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“I approached Craig back in April to discuss the concept of transition and I feel that now is the right time to make this decision,” Dodoro said.​

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"I sat on the panel to assist in the selection of Matt, and I believe he will be an outstanding acquisition to the Club for years to come. I look forward to working with Matt moving forward.​

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“These roles are very taxing on individuals and their families and it just feels like that. After nearly three decades and with stability in key roles at the Club, now is the right time for me to take a step back in to a role which will provide me and my family with a better work life balance.​

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“More immediately, we have an important few months coming up and I’m looking forward to playing my part to deliver a strong Trade and Draft period for the Club to ensure that the playing list is in a strong position for the future.”​

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Essendon CEO Craig Vozzo acknowledged the significant impact Dodoro has made at the Club since joining in a full-time role in 1998.​

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“Adrian is a highly respected Life Member of the Essendon Football Club and has made an enormous contribution to the Club and the wider AFL industry during his time in football, including assisting to navigate the Club through unprecedented and challenging periods,” Vozzo said.​

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“Throughout his time at the Bombers, Adrian’s commitment and passion to take the Club forward in its list management and recruiting, has been unquestionable. Some of the Champions of Essendon have been identified and selected by Adrian, and we will always be grateful for the important and enduring role he has played.​

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“On behalf of the entire Club, we would like to acknowledge Adrian’s selfless decision and we look forward to his ongoing contribution to the Club.​

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“Adrian will work with Matt to ensure a smooth hand-over and a successful transition of responsibilities.”​

 

[faible]

Why would he need the favour of players?

When they retire and become player managers or board members or media pundits they'll be useful for him.

 

[Nicholas61]

Thread title still there makes it sound like he can't find the exit.

And that makes me nervous

 

[P Money]

Well it has been the norm recently. Plenty of 5 or 6 or 7 year deals being handed out.
But it is the reason he has been pushed out before this years negotiations.

Is this speculation or is it actual info?

 

[Nicholas61]

Been saying this all along Nicko, I’m not 100% convinced the maggot has gone.

Yes mate and even if he does go can see him coming back if Sheeds tries orchestrating a board spill if Brad has a bad start to next year.

 

[ant555]

Is this speculation or is it actual info?

Pretty reasonable source but it is from outside the club. Was supposed to be around until at least after this draft / trade period but it was moved forward.

 

[Donflicted]

Yes mate and even if he does go can see him coming back if Sheeds tries orchestrating a board spill if Brad has a bad start to next year.

If this was to happen i can see many and myself included finally having the last straw with the club

 

[Nifft]

Speaking of fish skeletons on rubbish bin lids... how much is dylan shiel contracted for next year by the great man?

Is it an even million or more like 1.2million?

We'll eat that fish skeleton right off the bin lid and pay his whole contract if you want to send him across with a first rounder?

Only if we can throw Gresham in as well...

 

[ghostdog]

When they retire and become player managers or board members or media pundits they'll be useful for him.

Oh, of course. The old give them an extensive contract just in case they can help us later plan.

 

[mike ross]

Oh, of course. The old give them an extensive contract just in case they can help us later plan.

A bit like hoarders when they say "it'll come in handy one day".

 

[ghostdog]

A bit like hoarders when they say "it'll come in handy one day".

He's got dusty boxes of draft contracts that he's been saving up for years, just in case he becomes the contract guy.

 

[bombersim]

Why would he need the favour of players?

Without sounding too much like a ponce (hard for me), it is cultural caché. Basically, I’ll scratch your back if you scratch mine at a later date.
So, if there are any ructions / rumbling to remove him, they can stir up trouble on his behalf. In a sense, he’s conditioned them.

Shouldn’t really be the case, but the tail wags the dog at Essendon.

 

[The_Steadier]

Only if we can throw Gresham in as well...

Wowzers I totally forgot about that fishhead skeleton.
Sounds like he's worth every penny of that fat contract Adrian gave him.


Remember when Adrian was fine with Saad walking out the door because he 'stole' nick hind from us as a like for like replacement?

#undefeatedtradeweekchampion.

 

[Donflicted]

Wowzers I totally forgot about that fishhead skeleton.
Sounds like he's worth every penny of that fat contract Adrian gave him.


Remember when Adrian was fine with Saad walking out the door because he 'stole' nick hind from us as a like for like replacement?

#undefeatedtradeweekchampion.

You know its an issue when other club supporters can clearly see it

 

[Westlo]

Does Dodo have a son? Can he be our list manager after Rosa?

 

[Call Me Cake]

Wowzers I totally forgot about that fishhead skeleton.
Sounds like he's worth every penny of that fat contract Adrian gave him.


Remember when Adrian was fine with Saad walking out the door because he 'stole' nick hind from us as a like for like replacement?

#undefeatedtradeweekchampion.

What position did you guys finish loser

 

[MiguelM]

Does Dodo have a son? Can he be our list manager after Rosa?

SOD?

Well, if he didn't perform he could SOD off!

 

[mcgrath_truther]

Does Dodo have a son? Can he be our list manager after Rosa?

do they let you do father son picks for managers?

 

[Runk]

Has he left yet?

Surely he's gone by now.

 

[faible]

Has he left yet?

Surely he's gone by now.

I believe we have concepts of a plan of him leaving now.

 

[Runk]

I believe we have concepts of a plan of him leaving now.

That shouldn't have made me as laugh as hard as it should've but well done (claps)

 

[Donflicted]

I believe we have concepts of a plan of him leaving now.

Would be like a movie ending script

As Dodo rides into the horizon the sun sets of his real estate empire he turns around to face the hanger one last time

Fades to the ending card

 

[jmoo wan]

Would be like a movie ending script

As Dodo rides into the horizon the sun sets of his real estate empire he turns around to face the hanger one last time

Fades to the ending card

The End….?


The Dodo will return in 2025

 

[Westlo]

Would be like a movie ending script

As Dodo rides into the horizon the sun sets of his real estate empire he turns around to face the hanger one last time

Fades to the ending card

Next movie starts with

"Dad what is this"
Dodo "This my son will one day be all yours"

 

[Donflicted]

Next movie starts with

"Dad what is this"
Dodo "This my son will one day be all yours"

Writing a letter to L Kane to beg for the FS rule to only be applicable to players and not staff members to ensure that this never happens

 

[fishardansin]

Would be like a movie ending script

As Dodo rides into the horizon the sun sets of his real estate empire he turns around to face the hanger one last time

Fades to the ending card

Currently like the ending of the last Lord of the Rings.