"The motivation has always been there to stay loyal and ride out the storm, because I feel the reward on the other side of that, having been through the things I’ve been through will, one, make me a better person and better player, (and) two, it would be far more rewarding than having been able to take an easier option (and) chase success somewhere else," he said

Terrific interview http://www.afl.com.au/news/2017-06-23/nathan-jones-reveals-why-he-didnt-bail-on-demons

Jones:  "The motivation has always been there to stay loyal and ride out the storm, because I feel the reward on the other side of that, having been through the things I’ve been through will, one, make me a better person and better player, (and) two, it would be far more rewarding than having been able to take an easier option (and) chase success somewhere else,"

Lots of champions have missed out on a flag but there would be few that have played their whole career at a traumatised club.  In that respect, no-one deserves to hold up the premiership cup more than Jonesy!  Integrity plus.

The team is driven and talented and as he says it is in their hands.

He'll have a statue at the MCG one day.

What he says is spot on, I have no doubt that James Frawley doesn't enjoy his premiership as much as a player like Jones would (if he won one at Melbourne).

Dulcius ex Asperis

2 minutes ago, Clint Bizkit said:

He'll have a statue at the MCG one day.

What he says is spot on, I have no doubt that James Frawley doesn't enjoy his premiership as much as a player like Jones would (if he won one at Melbourne).

True...except at this point of time, Frawley has a premiership medallion hanging around his neck and Jones doesn't. The window of opportunity is very small. As a supporter you want loyalty. However do you begrudge Brian Lake?  There is the argument that if good players stay they may help you win a premiership but bottom line is that Lake won medallions at the Hawks and the dogs did not win one whilst he was playing.

 

A genuine role model. Not just in footy, but in life in general.

Absolute champion

 

1 minute ago, TRIGON said:

Dulcius ex Asperis

Nescio quid sit
 

Quod bonum tenete

 

5 minutes ago, TRIGON said:

Dulcius ex Asperis

 

3 minutes ago, nutbean said:

Nescio quid sit
 

 

1 minute ago, dino rover said:

Quod bonum tenete

Only on Demonland!

 

Shittius Hottius.

All these articles about MFC players ..... is this what RELEVANCE is?

3 minutes ago, nutbean said:

True...except at this point of time, Frawley has a premiership medallion hanging around his neck and Jones doesn't. The window of opportunity is very small. As a supporter you want loyalty. However do you begrudge Brian Lake?  There is the argument that if good players stay they may help you win a premiership but bottom line is that Lake won medallions at the Hawks and the dogs did not win one whilst he was playing.

 

Lake, Frawley or whoever....I think the point is not about begrudging anyone.

Surely the reward is so much better if you've worked your way through and succeeded.

The bond between Hodge, Mitchell and Lewis would be much stronger than with those that have come on board and whilst they add to the mix they're not the foundation of the success.

The man in the mirror would look more kindly on someone like Jones if he gets the ultimate success and even if he doesn't it won't be for lack of trying.

Look at this monumental achievement that flew completely under the radar -  a month ago Nathan Jones became the all time leading disposal winner in the history of the Melbourne Football Club, overtaking Greg Wells.

Heres the top 10 -

	Number	Player
1	5332	Nathan Jones
2	5222	Greg Wells
3	5094	Robert Flower
4	4985	Jim Stynes
5	4939	Adem Yze
6	4636	Todd Viney
7	4483	James McDonald
8	4394	Steven Febey
9	4346	Brett Lovett
10	4299	Stan Alves

 

 

Jones staying when every other FA went running during those dark days earned him in a special place in the hearts of the Melbourne faithful.  It's hard to imagine the club without him.

What a great video. Jones's passion and commitment to Melbourne has been eclipsed by none. He really makes the star players who left their clubs for better cash & flag chances look like a bunch of pretenders.

14 minutes ago, TRIGON said:

Dulcius ex Asperis

winners are grinners

15 minutes ago, daisycutter said:

winners are grinners

Sweeter after difficulties

And Lewis will get a premiership medal from 2 clubs! 

No one (apart from Bob Murphy) deserves a premiership medal around his neck more than Jonesy. I really think we can do it within his career, I hope he's still captain if that happens. 

Champion of the club, underrated by the entire competition.

Edited June 23, 20178 yr by Pates

1 hour ago, Ethan Tremblay said:

Shittius Hottius.

Are you referring to his Missus?

1 hour ago, Clint Bizkit said:

He'll have a statue at the MCG one day.

What he says is spot on, I have no doubt that James Frawley doesn't enjoy his premiership as much as a player like Jones would (if he won one at Melbourne).

Apparently after last nights win Frawley has made himself available to play again. 

Fantastic video. Been reading some opposition fan sites & great to see that Nate is so respected across a broad range of fans

Still a long way to go...

Love him he is a true clubman. A premiership would mean everything to him and he's so deserving but if misses out he will still be fondly remembered by not only Dees but by many supporters

30 minutes ago, Sir Why You Little said:

Still a long way to go...

Way to bring down a positive thread as usual

There's not much more we can say about Nathan Jones except that his leadership should never be questioned again!

His dream is our dream!