He will return to Kowree Naracoorte Tatiara Football League Club Padthaway, where he was named centre half forward in the league's team of the year in 2006.
In a straight family swap, the Eagles have picked up his younger brother, Will, a speedy wingman, who has arrived in the region to also undertake studies at the college.
Although a key loss, the forward's void has been filled by the return of key forward Jay Bett, who is back from a stint in Perth.
In a busy summer, the club has secured the services of dual North Ballarat premiership forward Jacob Spolding, along with several other inclusions, including members of the club's 2005 grand final team.
Defender Nick Spolding and back flanker Rob Condy are back from overseas, while Michael Stanley and Mark Laidler have stepped up from Ocean Grove.
Eagles coach Simon Sutterby said Darly backman Ben Robbins had also commited, while Matt Hoe, from the Horsham Saints, has signed.
Sutterby said the club had targeted height over the summer.
Last Modified on 27/11/2010 08:25