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NEIL CLARKE PASSES AWAY
Former Essendon player Neil Clarke passed away on Saturday at the age of 45. Neil played 135 games for Essendon between 1977 and 1987 and was a member of Essendon's 1984 and 1985 Premiership sides. ""The club has been deeply saddened by the unexpected death of Neil. He was a wonderful servant of this football club over a long period of time. We offer our sincerest condolences to Neil's family and friends,"" Essendon chief executive Peter Jackson said.
Former Essendon player Neil Clarke passed away on Saturday at the age of 45. Neil played 135 games for Essendon between 1977 and 1987. He was a member of Essendon's 1984 and 1985 Premiership sides. Neil had spent the past five seasons as a runner for the Essendon Football Club - a period which took in the club's 2000 Premiership success.
""The club has been deeply saddened by the unexpected death of Neil. He was a wonderful servant of this football club over a long period of time. We offer our sincerest condolences to Neil's family and friends,"" Essendon chief executive Peter Jackson said.
Essendon fans would be disappointed tonight, after the Bombers went down to a very confident Brisbane side by 43 points at the Gabba. A promising pre-season by the Bombers counted for little, with the Lions able to out-muscle the visitors in all areas of the game. Some positive signs came from debutant Damian Cupido, who kicked two goals, and Matthew Lloyd made the most from limited opportunities with four goals.
