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Player Watch #14: Bachar Houli - Retiring at the end of 2021
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33yo and out of contract...I've no doubt the issue wouldve been discussed many times, even last year post GF with his busted calf and all.
From a list management perspective though you don't make firm decisions too early, just in case things change elsewhere on the list, trade possibilities, injury.
He knew, just didn't want to face it, like any other footballer. Normal.
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Some great footage of these kinds of decisions and discussions on the prime doco making their mark
The segments with Eddie Betts show him having meetings with club doctors for the post season medical review and coaches discussing his future
It’s a great insight into how it all plays out
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Sad to see him retire but not unexpected. What a speech, all class 
did i touch a nerve?
I would have thought the club has enough bashers.
No bashing here.
BTW
FYI I was looking through online shopping for books from Target and noticed that there has been a reprint of Bachar's book from last year. It can be purchased for $16 in case anyone missed out last time. I guess they have republished the book in line with Bachar's retirement.
FYI I was looking through online shopping for books from Target and noticed that there has been a reprint of Bachar's book from last year. It can be purchased for $16 in case anyone missed out last time. I guess they have republished the book in line with Bachar's retirement.
From the HS but I can't read because of the paywall. Any truth in regards to Bachar?
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It’s from Tony Sheahan so probably not, you’ll find more info on the article in the club greats time to say goodbye thread
From the HS but I can't read because of the paywall. Any truth in regards to Bachar?
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HOULI RETIREMENT HAUNTS HIM
From the HS but I can't read because of the paywall. Any truth in regards to Bachar?
Retired Tiger Bachar Houli wants to play for another AFL club in 2022.
Houli was forced into calling time on Thursday by the Tigers, a decision he already regrets.
The club offered him a farewell game against Hawthorn at the MCG yesterday but he decided against playing one last game for the yellow and black in the hope of wearing another club’s colours next season.
Bachar Houli wants to play on. Picture: Michael Klein
Houli woke up Friday morning angry and resentful, seeking counsel from friends as to what he should do.
But one club Houli was keen on playing for next year told Sheahan Ink Houli’s age and injuries would rule him out of contention.
The 33-year-old managed just 12 games this year, and 13 in 2020.
According to Houli insiders, Richmond told him he would be re-signed for next season during the year, but the club’s ordinary finish forced them into making the tough decision.
Captain Trent Cotchin and Jack Riewoldt will retire next year with the club bringing forward Houli’s retirement.
He has vowed to train throughout the summer in order to impress potential suitors.
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He's angry....
What would playing a farewell match against the Hawks have anything to do with a club taking him next year?
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prob coz he's not 100% back from the injury so would only play this week if he was never gonna play again since it'd be risky
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No need to be overly speculative. Our fd ultimately decided our list would be better served investing in younger guys which at the end of the day is their responsibility to make calls like that. If bachar still feels he has the body and hunger to continue elsewhere and a team wants him on board that's completely his call and everyone here would wish him the best I'm sure (unless it's against us in a gf of course!)
That article reeks of bs.
"The club offered him a farewell game against Hawthorn at the MCG yesterday but he decided against playing one last game for the yellow and black in the hope of wearing another club’s colours next season."
I highly doubt that....
"The club offered him a farewell game against Hawthorn at the MCG yesterday but he decided against playing one last game for the yellow and black in the hope of wearing another club’s colours next season."
I highly doubt that....
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Sometimes ya gotta know when to go...but good luck to the champion if he thinks he can do it and add value to a club. Could see the bummers giving him a go.
He's 34 next season with recurring calf issues. Good luck to anyone that takes the punt on him.
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Essendon will try to recruit him
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"Time to go fishing, tiger for life"
That's what he said at the end of his speech. Article sounds like bs.
That's what he said at the end of his speech. Article sounds like bs.
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He fits into Geelongs age bracket.
