A fitting photo! Just like sitting next to you in every pre game meeting for the last 6 years. The impact you’ve had on not only me but the whole football club is larger than anyone can imagine. A fierce competitor, but more importantly a loving friend I’ll miss playing with! pic.twitter.com/jXAGRKCpjr

— Michael Hurley (@mickhurley18) August 21, 2018

Thanks @BrendonGoddard9 !!! https://t.co/S4IMJuoMR7

— Andrew Bogut (@andrewbogut) August 21, 2018

Words don’t do this bloke justice! In my 16 years as a professional golfer I have never met or known anyone more competitive and up for any challenge. He challenges me everyday only because he wants me to improve and get better. Gonna miss seeing you in the ⚫️9 mate. https://t.co/o3t7zooqY8

— Marcus Fraser (@Marcusfraser) August 21, 2018

Brendon Goddard @BrendonGoddard9 you are a true champion of the game, the @EssendonFC and for being champion for our @Purple_Bombers and equality. Thank you for every single brilliant day you have been at the Essendon Football club. We will love you forever. pic.twitter.com/F7HzYuzcDy

— Jason TuazonMcCheyne (@JasonEquality) August 21, 2018

A true champion of the game! Played 110% each week and an even better leader off the field. You can't fault BJ in anyway! #ThanksBJ https://t.co/YX1Uk25xn4

— jgrek (@jgrek001) August 21, 2018

Absolute legend for us. Captained us through the choppiest of waters and I will miss the on-field passion. Always tried to elevate those around him. #ThanksBJ

— Travis Morris (@FirstTravenger) August 21, 2018

Very proud to call you a teammate and a friend. I’ll miss playing with you. Well done Godzy.

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This was tough to watch. One of my favourite players simply because he wanted absolute greatness for himself and his team mates.
Clearly, he is loved by those who know him.
Fierce and Passionate. BJ will be tough to replace. https://t.co/XdXjF5OaGd

— Chris (@CalbertAlbert) August 21, 2018

Class BJ https://t.co/SocPau0XWo

— Andrew Harris (@AndyHarris1994) August 21, 2018

Wishing @BrendonGoddard9 all the best for his last game in ❤️. An extremely driven, passionate and caring person. His hunger to get better everyday made him an exceptional leader and helped build the elite culture @EssendonFC. A great of the game. https://t.co/KUGl8Iima6

— Jeremy Arnold (@jeremyarnold_) August 21, 2018

I’m not crying, you’re crying https://t.co/50U6Ar4HZW

— Chris (@chrisllew27) August 21, 2018

@BrendonGoddard9 well done on a great career with @EssendonFC - nothing but respect for you for taking the club through the darkest days, even though you had no obligation to. Great bloke, great footballer #ThanksBJ

— Mace (@macec88) August 21, 2018

I finally watched @BrendonGoddard9’s speech and all I did was cry my eyes out. I’m really going to miss seeing you in an @EssendonFC jersey BJ! ❤️ #ThanksBJ

— Brooke. (@brookerawrx) August 21, 2018

Thank you @BrendonGoddard9 for all the hard work you’ve done at @EssendonFC, Sticking with the Bombers through the toughest of times, captaining in 2016 and taking the younger generation under your wing. #ThanksBJ https://t.co/VPT6HdCNab

— Greg Rachiele (@grachiele) August 21, 2018