FD02e Year Book 2002-REV - Fremantle Football Club

the awardsFOURTH PLACE: PAUL HASLEBYAfter Paul Hasleby’s stellar debut year in 2000,when he won the AFL’s Rising Star Award andwas runner-up to Troy Cook in the clubchampionship, it was no surprise that he struggledto maintain confidence and fitness in 2001.But the good news was that “Hazey” came backwith a vengeance in 2002, earning his fourthplace with a series of gritty and skillful mid-fieldperformances, especially through the mid part ofthe season.“Paul has excellent ball winning ability and isvery difficult to beat one-on-one. He’ll becomeeven more valuable as his disposal continuesto improve.” Chris ConnollyFIFTH PLACE: TROY SIMMONDSThe least-heralded of Fremantle’s 2001 tradesdelivered the biggest bonus, as Troy Simmondsproduced 12 five and six point games in aseason shortened by a serious throat injury.Troy performed admirably in the ruck, but itwas his mobility around the ground andpowerful defensive marking which caught theeye of supporters and, obviously, the matchcommittee.A popular and committed clubman, “Snake”has much more to offer in the years to come.“Troy is a fierce competitor with exceptionalathletic ability, and don’t be surprised if hisgame develops further as we push him forwardmore.” Chris Connolly12 Fremantle Football Club 2002 Year Book