NORWOOD FOOTBALL CLUB
Tuesday 17 January 2012
NORWOOD Football Club CEO Bill Leane has today announced the signing of former Crows legend Andrew McLeod to the Norwood Football Club coaching panel for season 2012.
McLeod, a 340-game and 275-goals recently retired superstar of the Adelaide Crows, joins the Redlegs as a specialist forward coach. The opportunity has been created by the recent departure of Scott Borlace following an opportunity to join the Brisbane Lions as a development coach.
"Andrew has attracted a great deal of interest from many other clubs and to secure him is a real coup for the Norwood Football Club," Leane said.
"He brings a wealth of knowledge, passion, a winning (two AFL premierships) track record, as well as an ability to create opportunities and kick goals."
"As young forwards, learning from Andrew can mean the difference between playing and succeeding."
In accepting this new role at the Redlegs, McLeod said: "I am looking forward to working at Norwood and at Coopers Stadium.
"It is great to work with a former team-mate in Nathan Bassett and as part of a well structured program.
"Norwood have some great new recruits and a very exciting forward line and the prospects for the season 2012 are strong."
Norwood coach Nathan Bassett thanked Scott Borlace for his contribution over the past two years and stressed the strength of his opportunity with the Lions.
"To have Andrew as part of the football club, bringing his experience, knowledge and passion is terrific," Bassett said. "I really am looking forward to working with Andrew."
McLeod will continue in current roles with AFL and Adelaide Crows.
* Norwood is holding a FREE supporters night at Coopers Stadium on Wednesday (Jan 18) -- fans can see the new recruits, hear from Nathan and meet the coaches. The night starts at 5:45pm.
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Last Modified on 17/01/2012 23:42