Ryan Ferguson delisted

[jacey 333]

Disappointed we couldn't get a pick 90 for him.

[Jaded No More 68,973]

Sauce?

Steven King + Gardiner > Ferguson.

[the fork 357]

From: http://melbournefc.com.au/

MELBOURNEfc today delisted defender Ryan Ferguson from its senior list as the Club prepares for its 2008 season.

Originally a fifth round selection (Pick 66) in the 2002 National Draft, Ferguson played 47 games over his five years at the Club, and was renowned for his fearless attack on the ball. Named as Best First Year Player in 2003, Ferguson was a dual Sandringham premiership player (2004 and 2006), and won the Troy Broadbridge Memorial Trophy in 2007 for being the highest Melbourne listed vote getter in Sandringham’s Best and Fairest.

Craig Cameron, General Manager of Recruiting and List Management said, “We would like to thank Ryan for his five years of service to the Melbourne Football Club. His courageous play was always an asset for us down back, and we wish him all the very best for his future endeavours.”

[Bring-Back-Powell 14,939]

From: http://melbournefc.com.au/

Craig Cameron, General Manager of Recruiting and List Management said, “We would like to thank Ryan for his five years of service to the Melbourne Football Club. His courageous play was always an asset for us down back, and we wish him all the very best for his future endeavours.”

Thats the polite way of saying wasn't good enough at AFL level.

Mark Jamar must be breathing a little easier tonight.

I'll spew if he goes to Hawthorn......

**Thinks of the failed Sewell/Ferg trade of 2006**

[Jaded No More 68,973]

Always incredibly courageous, and always tried his hardest, but unfortunately was not good enough to cut it as a KPP in the AFL.

Good luck to him in the future.

[True Believer 1]

Thats the polite way of saying wasn't good enough at AFL level.

Mark Jamar must be breathing a little easier tonight.

I'll spew if he goes to Hawthorn......

**Thinks of the failed Sewell/Ferg trade of 2006**

Very surprised to hear about Fergusson...but I thought Jamar (along with Miller) both got new 2 year contracts. I might be wrong but that's what I'd heard.!!!

[Geddy Lee 582]

Thats the polite way of saying wasn't good enough at AFL level.

Mark Jamar must be breathing a little easier tonight.

I'll spew if he goes to Hawthorn......

**Thinks of the failed Sewell/Ferg trade of 2006**

That's a myth that exists on Demonland. Hawks never wanted any part of it and people carry on like it was a missed opportunity.

Still not as bad as the recurring myth that Brad Miller beat Barry Hall that night at the SCG. Hall kicked 2.4, it should have been 5 or 6.

[w00dy 146]

it is a shame that trade didn't happen... sewell is winning B&Fs, fergie is getting delisted...

so this gives us 6 selections in the drafts, 5 in the national draft plus 1 in the PSD...

you always gave your all fergie, got the most out of yourself... good luck, hope you get picked up somewhere...

[Diablo 1]

Always incredibly courageous, and always tried his hardest, but unfortunately was not good enough to cut it as a KPP in the AFL.

Good luck to him in the future.

Got to echo those sentiments, Jaded.

If more of our blokes had an attitude like his, to compliment their talent, we would be a far fiercer team (as well as having a far more extensive injury list Who knew it was possible?)

[QueenC 74]

Craig Cameron, General Manager of Recruiting and List Management said, “We would like to thank Ryan for his five years of service to the Melbourne Football Club. His courageous play was always an asset for us down back, and we wish him all the very best for his future endeavours.”

I agree with Craig.......

So thank you Ryan for your unquestioning efforts for this club.

We all respected your courage and and with you good luck with whatever you choose to do in the future.

If more of our blokes had an attitude like his, to compliment their talent, we would be a far fiercer team

And amen to that Diablo !!!

[Yencks 8]

well done mate..hope to see you playing for someone else in the future...you had some memorable games for melbourne and will be remembered for the right reasons...it's funny how great games from TJ and Ferguson in the last match did nothing for their postion at the club

[Rhino Richards 1,467]

Thats the polite way of saying wasn't good enough at AFL level.

Mark Jamar must be breathing a little easier tonight.

I'll spew if he goes to Hawthorn......

**Thinks of the failed Sewell/Ferg trade of 2006**

Jamar already had a 2 year contract so it would be same same with him.

What the hell would the Hawks do with Ferg given their side??

Always incredibly courageous, and always tried his hardest, but unfortunately was not good enough to cut it as a KPP in the AFL.

Good luck to him in the future.

Agree Jaded.

[Rogue 585]

Means any other delistings are pretty unlikely.

IMO, a good decision.

edit: However, I think that if he'd had a good pre-season in the gym he could have bulked up and been a player B)

[Hannabal 4]

Brave and slow. A good VFL player, but not AFL standard.

Won't get picked up.

A good decision.

[Nasher 33,617]

Happy with that. A player who gave it his best shot but came up short.

Best of luck Ferg.

[beelzebub 23,383]

Good luck Fergs

two things stick in my mind re the Fergburger.. either some very timely and good marking...or effectively getting dacked. He wasnt quite up to speed with peripheral awareness at AFL level

thanks Ryan

[Rogue 585]

That's a myth that exists on Demonland. Hawks never wanted any part of it and people carry on like it was a missed opportunity.

Still not as bad as the recurring myth that Brad Miller beat Barry Hall that night at the SCG. Hall kicked 2.4, it should have been 5 or 6.

It's also a myth that exists on AFL.com.au. I quote -

"Interestingly, Ferguson was almost traded to Hawthorn several seasons ago in a deal that would have landed 2007 Hawk best-and-fairest winner Brad Sewell at the Demons."

- Source

[Yencks 8]

It's also a myth that exists on AFL.com.au. I quote -

"Interestingly, Ferguson was almost traded to Hawthorn several seasons ago in a deal that would have landed 2007 Hawk best-and-fairest winner Brad Sewell at the Demons."

- Source

i think youve proven it's not a myth

[The Fergburger 0]

Good luck Fergs

two things stick in my mind re the Fergburger.. either some very timely and good marking...or effectively getting dacked. He wasnt quite up to speed with peripheral awareness at AFL level

thanks Ryan

Well said. He had great courage and a good mark which is probably why he got drafted but his awareness and lack of speed always let him down.

- Best wishes Ferg.

I guess now i have to change my profile name... Any ideas.

[WonnaJurah 5]

Well said. He had great courage and a good mark which is probably why he got drafted but his awareness and lack of speed always let him down.

- Best wishes Ferg.

I guess now i have to change my profile name... Any ideas.

whats meesons nickname?

[Adzman 2,154]

fergo was 300 weight session and 25kgs short of being a solid player. I watched him read the play, and always thought to myself "when he bulks up, he will be a great backman". Sadly he never bulked up, and injuries and time just wore him down.

I wish Fergo the best of luck elsewhere.

[dees_rule_4eva 22]

I am happy to see that Dean Bailey is removing the deadwood at the MFC. These de-listings are unfortunately about two years too late, but I suppose better late than never.

Fergs, I always admired your courage and your heart could never be questioned. I sincerely hope to see you succeed at another club .... all the best mate.

[Madness 44]

Finally, best news all day!

[Redleg 41,427]

Disappointed we couldn't get a pick 90 for him.

Get the feeling because he wouldn't go to Hawthorn in the trade for Sewell, he was on borrowed time. Probably a bad decision By Ferg not to go as he could have probably got a 3 year deal with Hawks.

[mo64 5,881]

TBO, I didn't mind Ferguson. For whatever reason, Daniher had it in for him, and was the only player i've heard Daniher publicly criticize. Whereas Nicholson was given chance after chance, Ferguson was always the 1st one dropped.

Wouldn't be surprised if another club picked him up in the PSD.