The Essendon Football Club is set to make history when their new captain, Zach Merrett, leads the team out for their pre-season AFL match against the Gold Coast Suns. This will be the first time in the club’s history that a new captain has been appointed before the start of a season.
The 22-year-old Merrett was appointed captain in December, taking over from Jobe Watson who had held the role since 2013. Merrett is a highly respected player within the club, having been named in the All-Australian team in 2016 and 2017. He is also a two-time winner of the club’s best and fairest award.
The match against the Gold Coast Suns will be an important one for Merrett as he looks to lead his team to victory in his first game as captain. He will be looking to set the tone for the season ahead and show his teammates what it takes to be a successful leader.
Merrett will be supported by a strong team of experienced players including Dyson Heppell, Cale Hooker, Michael Hurley, and David Zaharakis. The team will also have some exciting young talent such as Andrew McGrath, Dylan Shiel, and Devon Smith.
The match against the Gold Coast Suns will be a great opportunity for Merrett to show his leadership skills and for the team to get off to a good start this season. It will also be a chance for the fans to get behind their new captain and show their support for the team.
The Essendon Football Club is looking forward to the start of the season and is confident that their new captain, Zach Merrett, will lead them to success. With a strong team behind him and a passionate fan base, Merrett is sure to make an impact in his first game as captain.
