James Hird Turns 32

One of the greatest Australian Rules players of our generation turns 32 today.

He is easily the most decorated player currently in the game. Brownlow, Premiership captain, multipul best and fairest, All Australian, All Australian Captain, Norm Smith Medilist, Micheal Tuck Medilist, Anzac Medilist, Inernational Rules Captain, And endless media and player association awards.

Where do you start with James Hird’s strengths? – the list is endless. His leadership, fitness, skill level, poise, courage, determination, hunger, spirit, vision and football smarts make him the complete player. It is hard to distinguish one strength from another because all these attributes combine to make him the quality player he is. One strength that often goes unnoticed but is extremely valuable to the Essendon team is Hird’s ability to bring out the best in his teammates. They all seem to walk taller knowing their captain is out on the field with them.

WHAT SHEEDY SAYS-

As a coaching group we have to be careful from now on not to over tax him in regard to preparing him at this time of his career. He needs to be spot on for playing games after all the injuries and accidents he has had and the marvelous career he has had. The most important thing to do is to make sure he trains specifically for match day.

Anyone that would like to wish James a Happy Birthday, Can do so by simply clicking the button below.

[because I know you all want to]

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As further evidence of Sir James's courage, commitment and skill, Click these two buttons (in order) to view two video files.

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