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great career

great personality

the game will miss shane crawford

couldnt possibly pick a better time to retire

And the HUN today ran a story about how Hawthorn had signed all its premiership players, Crawford included, for next year.

But good timing for Crawford. I thought he was wrong to try another year, so this is the right decision IMO. Go out on a high note.

Goodbye Crawf, Hello Hank!

Must admit it caught me unawares after reading earlier htey had re-signed him. At time I wondered if that was really the best option for Shane. Glad he changed his mind and will go out on his terms

Thats two of footy's great number 9's no longer on the paddock.

clever boy

im looking forward to his increase in media commitments

And the HUN today ran a story about how Hawthorn had signed all its premiership players, Crawford included, for next year.

But good timing for Crawford. I thought he was wrong to try another year, so this is the right decision IMO. Go out on a high note.

Yes, I agree Titan. Now that he is part of a Premiership team, he would feel somewhat content with his contribution and his career. It would of been enticing to go another year with their current list, but I think he has made a wise decision. Out on an absolute high. It doesn't get much better than that.

"That's what I'm talkin' about!"