Essendon champion James Hird will make a much anticipated return to AFL this Monday when he pulls on the boots and hits the training track with his former team at Windy Hill during the club’s Queen’s Birthday training session.
Hird, the captain of the 2000 Premiership team, will return to his old training ground to help launch the 10-year anniversary celebrations of the 2000 Premiership which will include the 2000 Premiership celebration (with special tribute to Lloyd and Lucas) at Palladium at Crown on Sunday, 11 July.
The 'light' open training session kicks off at 10.30am on Monday 14 June (Queen’s birthday public holiday) and will include a training session, BBQ and signing session.
The Bomber shop will also offer supporters 10% off storewide so make sure you get there early to snap up a bargain.
The club’s Hall of Fame and membership office will also be open on the day.
WHEN: Monday 14 June (Queen’s Birthday public holiday)
TIME: 10.30am - 11am - Light training session
11am - 11.15am - Signing session
WHERE: Windy Hill, Napier Street, Essendon
Important 3-game member information:
3 Game Members can collect their Essendon scarf at the merchandise marquee on the Footbridge between Southern Cross Station and Etihad Stadium this Saturday night between 5pm and 7.30pm ONLY.
We will have 2,000 scarves to give away at the match. Members who can’t make it to the match this week, can collect their scarf from Client Services at Windy Hill.
