Taking home a fourth Crichton Medal and third All Australian jacket, Merrett enjoyed an outstanding first season as skipper in 2023. A hallmark of consistency, Merrett’s leadership and poise will be integral to the Bombers’ growth in 2024.
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Taking home a fourth Crichton Medal and third All Australian jacket, Merrett enjoyed an outstanding first season as skipper in 2023. A hallmark of consistency, Merrett’s leadership and poise will be integral to the Bombers’ growth in 2024.
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All Australian
Years award won:
2017, 2021, 2023
Crichton Medal
Years award won:
2016, 2019, 2021, 2023
Anzac Medal
Years award won:
2024
Crichton Medal runner-up
Years award won:
2020, 2022
Crichton Medal third place
Years award won:
2018
Essendon Captain
Years award won:
2023 - Present
International Rules Series
Years award won:
2017
AFLPA 22under22 team
Years award won:
2016, 2017, 2018
McCracken Medal
Years award won:
2023
Lindsay Griffiths Rising Star
Years award won:
2015
Best Defensive Player
Years award won:
2016
AFL Rising Star nominee
Years award won:
Round 11, 2014
John Kilby Best Clubman
Years award won:
2016
Bill Hutchison Community Award
Years award won:
2017
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01:54
Anzac Day | Captain Merrett claims Anzac Medal
Essendon skipper Zach Merrett amasses 31 disposals in a tireless performance to take home his first Anzac Medal.
01:33
Rd 4 | Merrett post-game
Captain Zach Merrett chats following Essendon's Gather Round loss.
01:06
2023 Crichton Medal | Winner highlights
Watch the best of Crichton Medal winner Zach Merrett's 2023 season.
02:00
All-Australian | Zach Merrett
Captain Zach Merrett has been selected in the 2023 All-Australian side following a standout season.
02:57
Rd 24 | Merrett post-game with Channel 7
Captain Zach Merrett chats with Abbey Holmes following our round 24 loss to Collingwood.
02:11
Rd 24 | Merrett post-game
We chat with captain Zach Merrett following our loss to Collingwood in round 24.
03:38
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Season update | Zach Merrett
In a members exclusive interview, Captain Zach Merrett reflects on the season post-bye and provides some insight to the teams mentality going into the final rounds.
08:13
Dons on radio | Zach Merrett on 3AW
Captain Zach Merrett joined the 3AW crew for a chat earlier in the week.
02:07
One on One | The surreal moment Zach Merrett found out he was Captain
Hear untold story behind Zach Merrett becoming Essendon's Captain. Listen to the One on One podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or Google Podcasts.
02:35
One on One | Why Zach Merrett plays elite footy
Zach Merrett details his learnings in becoming one of the most prolific ball-winners in the AFL. Listen to the One on One podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or Google Podcasts.
Latest Player News
Merrett: Dons privileged to play small role in grand occasion
Dons skipper humbled by Anzac Day experience.
Merrett to lead Dons again in 2024
Captain, Vice-Captain locked in for second year running.
Merrett more ‘at ease’ with captaincy role in second season
Dons skipper settled into pivotal role.
Merrett ‘bullish’ on Bombers’ pre-season
Skipper impressed by initial training block.
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