Biggs Retires

[bornadog]

https://s.afl.com.au/staticfile/AFL%20Tenant/WesternBulldogs/Hero/2017_HERO/HERO_230818Biggs.jpg

Western Bulldogs defender Shane Biggs has announced his retirement from AFL football.

The 27-year-old informed the Club today of his decision to end his career, which has spanned six seasons with the Bulldogs and Sydney Swans, including a premiership in 2016.

“I’ve been incredibly fortunate to have had the opportunity to play at the highest level for two great clubs,” Biggs said.
“I’ve made some great mates in the game and some incredible memories which will stick with me forever.

“It has been a great experience, but it’s time for me to explore other opportunities outside of footy and I’m excited about finding some new challenges.

“I want to thank everyone who has helped me along the journey, particularly my team-mates and my coaches, and to the fans for their support.”

Biggs has played 63 games in his AFL career, which began after he was rookie-listed to Sydney at the end of 2012.

He played six games over two years with the Swans before being traded to the Bulldogs at the end of the 2014 season.

Biggs made a strong impact in 10 appearances in the back half of 2015, before putting together his most consistent season at AFL level in the Club’s premiership year, where he didn’t miss a game, averaged 21 disposals and kicked four goals.

He has registered 21 games over the last two seasons, including five in 2018.
“Shane has been a valued member of our playing group for the last four seasons, and we are grateful for all the hard work he has put in during his time at the Club,” said Bulldogs’ Senior Coach, Luke Beveridge.

“He can be proud that he leaves the game as a premiership player, and for the impact he has had on everyone at the football club.
“We wish Shane all the best for the next chapter in his life.”

link (http://www.westernbulldogs.com.au/news/2018-08-23/biggs-announces-retirement)

[bornadog]

A premiership hero that won't be forgotten. Best of luck to him

[EasternWest]

Good on him. Thanks for your service Shane. We'll never forget "that" play, and you'll forever be a Bulldogs Premiership hero.

[Axe Man]

The old break up with your partner just before you're about to be dumped trick.

Seriously though he had a great season in 2016 but his heart just didn't seem in it this year. Guess there are people like Dale Morris who would do anything to play footy and those like Shane that can take it or leave it. Personally I think he's insane but everyone is different, good luck to him.

[The Bulldogs Bite]

Good luck to him - retires a Premiership hero and was a strong contributor in 2016.

[bornadog]

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DlQ8AvfUcAANJHO.jpg

[G-Mo77]

That passage of play in 4th quarter GF 2016 was just unbelievable. So much effort and repeat pressure from the back flank to finally set up a goal. Doesn't get on the highlight reel but was one of the key moments to get us over the line.

[bornadog]

That passage of play in 4th quarter GF 2016 was just unbelievable. So much effort and repeat pressure from the back flank to finally set up a goal. Doesn't get on the highlight reel but was one of the key moments to get us over the line.

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DlQ7CXlUUAAsYC7.jpg

[Mofra]

Never forget.

A bullgod for eternity.

[Topdog]

Echo everyone else's thoughts here.

[Ozza]

“Biggs....he started it all...”

Played every game in a premiership year. We’ll never forget him.

[whythelongface]

Legend Biggsy. Best of luck in your post football career.

[bulldogsthru&thru]

This thread feels like déjÃ* vu. Who was it on here that said Biggs had lost the desire to play the game? They were spot on considering he has retired

[HOSE B ROMERO]

Boy oh boy, the premiership team seems to be dismantling quicker than i expected. Thanks for giving us our dream Biggsy. Back to Rio.

[bulldogtragic]

Thank. You.

[ratsmac]

Onya Biggsy! We will never forget what you did on the first day of October 2016. Legend.

[EasternWest]

Thank. You.

Two words? RUOK?

[bulldogtragic]

Two words? RUOK?

Me? Fine and dandy. But thanks for asking.

[Twodogs]

Enjoy playing with your mates Biggsy. You've earned it, you are one of 22 bullgods and will be forever beloved by us.

[SonofScray]

Never Forget

[bornadog]

Boy oh boy, the premiership team seems to be dismantling quicker than i expected. Thanks for giving us our dream Biggsy. Back to Rio.

Hamling, Stringer, Clay, Biggs, Matty Boyd

[chef]

Hope he gets a farewell game.

[bornadog]

Hope he gets a farewell game.

Not picked

[chef]

Not picked

Thats sucks.

[bornadog]

Thats sucks.
Playing VFL

[chef]

Playing VFL

Deserves a fair well game for mine.

[Rocket Science]

That passage of play in 4th quarter GF 2016 was just unbelievable. So much effort and repeat pressure from the back flank to finally set up a goal. Doesn't get on the highlight reel but was one of the key moments to get us over the line.

https://twitter.com/westernbulldogs/status/1032523331973480450


#neverforget

[chef]

Link dont work

[Rocket Science]

Link dont work

Fixed!

#neverforget

[merantau]

The Great Wall of China, Hadrian's Wall, The Walls of Jerusalem, The Wall of Biggs.

For 45 seconds in the last quarter Shane Biggs refused to be beaten. He was everywhere like a pinball on steroids. "They shall not pass The Wall of Biggs. He transcended greatness and MADE that goal. If I saw that passage of play a million times I'd still enjoy the nect viewing for it was a thing of beauty, power and passion.
Thanks Biggsie. You are a Bulldog hero and will never be forgotten.

[Happy Days]

He might be ready to leave, but I'm not ready to say goodbye :(

Thank you Shane. The team will be a fair bit less cool without you.

[AshMac]

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DlQ7CXlUUAAsYC7.jpg

It was Picken who kicked that goal, Toby McLean dropped the mark and Tom Boyd shepherded the running Picken. Incredible effort by Biggs in that passage. I guess if you’re going to put everything on the line once, he picked the best possible moment.

[BornInDroopSt'54]

Biggs you'll always be our premiership hero. We saw what you did. We'll forget Ron singing with the Sex Pistols before forgetting you.

[Eastdog]

Thank you Shane. A great contributor for our club and at when it mattered the most grand final day 2016. Always will be a Bulldog premiership player.

[Ozza]

Regarding the farewell game, he may well have been asked and refused. It does actually happen.
A mate of mine refused a farewell game at North, but in the end Dean Laidley overruled and picked him - but I understand it is quite common that lower key retiring players don't want one.

[Bulldog Revolution]

Farewell Biggsy - one of the great instagram accounts in the history of the bulldogs can now hit another level

And I loved the section in Bobs book on Biggsy - explaining how he was basically bilingual etc

[BornInDroopSt'54]

Biggs you'll always be our premiership hero. We saw what you did. We'll forget Ron singing with the Sex Pistols before forgetting you.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Kq7nGi-63Y

[comrade]

Pulled out an unbelievable month of footy during 2016 finals, culminating in his big moment.

Thanks, Biggsy. Bulldog legend forever.

[westdog54]

https://youtu.be/jSumVU5bPhg


Al's Highlights had put back up the Octocall of the magical moment.

Enjoy.

And you're welcome.

[EasternWest]

https://youtu.be/jSumVU5bPhg


Al's Highlights had put back up the Octocall of the magical moment.

Enjoy.

And you're welcome.

Stirring stuff.

[1eyedog]

Never forget.

[DOG GOD]

All the best with your future endeavours Biggsy....I will NEVER forget your 2016 with us. THANK YOU.

[Ghost Dog]

The old break up with your partner just before you're about to be dumped trick.

Seriously though he had a great season in 2016 but his heart just didn't seem in it this year. Guess there are people like Dale Morris who would do anything to play footy and those like Shane that can take it or leave it. Personally I think he's insane but everyone is different, good luck to him.

Not too sure about that. There is life after footy and fans are not going to come care for you when your knees are shot or you can't remember your own address. Each guy has to decide when to pull the pin. Dale Morris probably should have been an olympic athlete.
Dodoro, thanks very much for throwing Shanes DVD in the pile and letting him through to, eventually, us. A cult classic and absolutely loved that bit of youtube vision. Thanks for posting.

[bornadog]

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Dlcmfl_VsAExmp7.jpg

[Eastdog]

https://twitter.com/westernbulldogs/status/1032523331973480450


#neverforget

Huge in that moment.

[Happy Days]

Btw this is two years in a row the club has moved on my favourite player.

I think Richards will be around in 2020 but might hold off on the badge for a minute.

[bulldogtragic]

Btw this is two years in a row the club has moved on my favourite player.

I think Richards will be around in 2020 but might hold off on the badge for a minute.

Feel free to buy a Honeychurch badge today please. Lots of them to be safe.

[Axe Man]

Btw this is two years in a row the club has moved on my favourite player.

I think Richards will be around in 2020 but might hold off on the badge for a minute.

Tristan Tweedie was your favourite player? ;)