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2010 PreviewA breakout year in 2009 saw Watson deservedly claim Essendon’s best and fairest award, finish sixth in the AFL for hard-ball gets and first at the club for handballs (322) and loose-ball gets (64). Elite around the stoppages, the midfielder displayed marked improvement with his kicking and running capacity. His efforts were rewarded when he was appointed captain for the 2010 season.Career ProfileJobe Watson represented Vic Metro in 2002 and Sandringham U18s, before being drafted under the father-son rule at pick number 44 overall in 2002. As the son of Essendon legend and Hall of Fame inductee Tim Watson, he will inevitably be compared with his father, but he has shown plenty of ability as a tough midfielder and forward in his own right. He made his debut in Round 13, 2003 against Geelong at Telstra Dome. He managed to play seven senior games in 2004, mainly as a forward off the bench.He was a standout for the Bendigo Bombers in 2005, yet played only five games in the senior side. Watson shed 7 kg in the 2006 pre-season and showed the benefits by performing well in the midfield even though the team had a poor year. His improvement was acknowledged by his 2nd place in the 2006 Crichton Medal award. His improved form and consistency made him the key member of the team's midfield in the following seasons. Watson was rewarded for this improvement with the club captaincy, following the retirement of Matthew Lloyd at the end of the 2009 season. It was a popular appointment and marked the first time a father and son had captained Essendon. He capped off an excellent 2009 season by winning the Crichton Medal. Watson played his 100th game for Essendon in the 2010 round 6 win over arch-rival Hawthorn. His continued good form was rewarded with selection in the 2010 All-Australian squad. Draft History: 2002 National AFL Draft 3rd round father-son selection (Essendon) No. 40 overall View Jobe's profile in our Past Player database Jobe Watson's SponsorsBurson Auto Parts- Player Patron Bombardiers - Player Benefactor Level 1 Robyn Barnes and Alex Swansson - Player Benefactor Level 1 BomberBlitz - Player Supporter
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| YEAR | GAMES | KICKS | HANDBALLS | MARKS | GOALS | BROWNLOW VOTES |
| 2010 | 21 | 209 | 363 | 77 | 10 | 0 |
| 2009 | 22 | 221 | 322 | 73 | 10 | 0 |
| 2008 | 19 | 193 | 263 | 54 | 4 | 5 |
| 2007 | 19 | 193 | 248 | 85 | 6 | 5 |
| 2006 | 21 | 204 | 276 | 114 | 6 | 5 |
| 2005 | 5 | 23 | 32 | 14 | 2 | 5 |
| 2004 | 7 | 37 | 42 | 23 | 6 | 0 |
| 2003 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
- Essendon trio nominated for AFLPA's MVP, Thursday, 2 September 2010
- Watson, Fletcher named in All Australian squad, Wednesday, 1 September 2010
- Youth on display this Saturday night, Friday, 27 August 2010
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Address:
Corner Napier and Brewster Sts Essendon, Vic
Phone: +61 3 9230 0300
Email:
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