Toast Gary Rohan (150 games)... NOW 200 is up

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[cats_09]

Gary's first game in the hoops - not a bad way to endear yourself to the Cats faithful

 

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[Skeppersap]

I can't remember such a pure kick of the football as that last shot. Combined with the mark, and state of the match.... It will be one of my enduring football memories.

 

[Commando]

Surprised Rohan only played 98 games with us
Could of sworn he'd passed 100

 

[My Tilly]

Surprised Rohan only played 98 games with us
Could of sworn he'd passed 100

I was surprised he joined in 2019.
For some reason, I thought it was 2017.

 

[Pure_Ownage]

Thank you Chuckie

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Pity we couldnt eke an extra 2 games out of him hope it doesnt bite us in 18 years or so.
Was much better for us than i thought he would be.

 

[StonedCat]

I'm sad to see him go, his efforts in the last quarter of the 2022 QF will never be forgotten by the faithful.

 

[allrighty]

Has been one of my favourites over the last few years

 

[Aaron Reed]

Pretty happy he finally got a premiership.

 

[demondavey]

Interesting to see him delisted. Surely he will get some attention from other clubs? Still think he’d be a handful as a fit third or fourth forward.

 

[Aaron Reed]

Interesting to see him delisted. Surely he will get some attention from other clubs? Still think he’d be a handful as a fit third or fourth forward.

Not with that head injury, no club will want to risk it.

 

[sexyhunk]

Not with that head injury, no club will want to risk it.

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heck! had no idea it was that bad. dude will be remembered for his effort against the pies in that prelim final.

have a good long rest gary!

 

[cats_09]

Interesting to see him delisted. Surely he will get some attention from other clubs? Still think he’d be a handful as a fit third or fourth forward.

He finished the season with 2 concussions in the space of 6 weeks, and has had a number of concussions over his time at Geelong - not sure about when he was at Sydney

Not sure he would have been medically retired, but at his age and with his history of concussion, plus the fractured skull, can see it being a risk with any team taking him on

 

[iameviljez]

I'm sad to see him go, his efforts in the last quarter of the 2022 QF will never be forgotten by the faithful.

One of the most polarising players I've seen at Geelong - right up there with Rhys Stanley, Travis Varcoe and Steven Motlop.

I have to admit, without that last quarter, I think he'd be seen quite differently at Geelong. For his backers, it was vindication. For his detractors (and I admit to being one, in large part), it was an "at least" on a difficult career.

 

[BlakeyNoFlakey]

Gary Rohan

23

Gary Rohan

Age

33

Ht

189cm

Wt

92kg

Pos.

Fwd

Career

Season

Last 5

D

9.6

2star

K

6.6

3star

HB

3.0

3star

M

3.3

3star

T

2.5

4star

G

1.0

4star

D

8.8

2star

K

6.0

2star

HB

2.8

2star

M

3.4

3star

T

2.3

3star

G

1.0

4star

D

9.8

3star

K

6.8

3star

HB

3.0

3star

M

2.2

3star

T

4.2

5star

G

1.2

4star

has been a great addition to our club during his time at the Cattery. He has played many great games for us, and I want to thank him for the enjoyment I had watching him at his best. I also want to wish him and his family all the best going into the future. Thanks, Chuckie.

 

[noclashjumpers]

We obviously didn't want him next and presumably communicated that to him, maybe half expecting him to retire?
So clearly delisting is a reflection of him wanting to play on. I just hope it was amicable and that Gary, while disappointed, didn't feel burned in anyway.
He's been fantastic for the club, a premiership player, so the least he deserves is a well communicated and dignified exit.

 

[Gee Class Loco]

They/I call him. The RED BARON!! The FLASH!! Good old Fanta Pants himself!!
But to me he is a Fookin GFC LEGEND!!
Without him.
No Flag.
Thank you. Thank you. Thank you.
Much maligned but much loved at the G vs the Wobblers from Collingwood on that fateful day!!
All the best mate, in all that comes your way!!
Again. Thanks for those memories. They will last me throughout my final years.
From One supporter who is as Grateful as Fook you wore the hoops.

 

[BlakeyNoFlakey]

We obviously didn't want him next and presumably communicated that to him, maybe half expecting him to retire?
So clearly delisting is a reflection of him wanting to play on.

The club and player would have been very clear about where things stood long before the exit interview, and often, players in Gary's position are given a chance to retire rather than be delisted. I think you're right that Gary chose not to retire, and that's why the club delisted him. Footy is a tough sport.

 

[kickazz]

Set the tone in many a game with hard chasing of defenders trying to clear the ball. Led either to turnovers or an entire game where kicks out of defence were a bit rushed, helping our turnover game.

Didn't get a stat for that.

 

[kickazz]

Wonder if we will recruit a tall forward. Really lacking depth there now

 

[demondavey]

I reckon the bloke was a gun. Over 200 games and premiership player. Not many can tip their hat to that. Fingers crossed he finds his way after footy.

 

[iameviljez]

The club and player would have been very clear about where things stood long before the exit interview, and often, players in Gary's position are given a chance to retire rather than be delisted. I think you're right that Gary chose not to retire, and that's why the club delisted him. Footy is a tough sport.

Yeah, that also allows another team to snap him up if they really want him. I can't quite see it happening, but you'd always rather have the option if you think you're good enough.

 

[And_ROOS]

No chance we rookie Rohan for depth depending on trade window etc?

 

[Vdubs]

No chance we rookie Rohan for depth depending on trade window etc?

You just did me a Meatloaf!
Then we can get his boys too.