Welcome to the Westernbulldogs Alex Keath

[Grantysghost]

Would we have won an extra game or two with Keath in the side in stead of Buku or JOD?

Hard to say, he certainly organises things well down there.
Buku has been good however he is more an intercept type, so is Jones. One on one i prefer Keath.

[comrade]

I think we win at least 1 more game (Hawks) and may have even beaten Geelong if Keath was in for Buku.

[1eyedog]

Jeez this is damning. My opinion is that the Buku experiment isn't going to work and I've been doubtful about him for a long time. It's been a feel good story but man is he still a long way back, and he's 24. I get we're desperate to get his type in the side, but when you lose a like for like player like Coff and you get your chance after being on the list for 6 years, you need to take your opportunities. Reads the ball well through the air but that is his one trick.

Not sure we'll see him again and that's the right call.

Not convinced Keath has enough mojo against decent opposition but that needs to be proved wrong now.

[Go_Dogs]

Keath is a decent stop gap option against certain opposition. He may even be more than that as his season develops. His ball use and decision making under pressure is the major concern I have with him, along with his ability to give away a silly free or 50m penalty.

[Warrnambulldog]

Liked his game on the weekend, defence as a whole looked good. Liam Jones had his superman cape on again. But Tigers had nothing aerially and didn?t take us on with quick movement so they were easy pickings. Lets see it again this week please

[Jeanette54]

He may not be an attacking rebound Backman, but he is a traditional type of lockdown defender. And, with Lian Jones in the interceptor role, I think an in-form Alex is a definite plus for our backline.

[MrMahatma]

Him playing pushes JOD to a 3rd tall role and probably someone he’ll be physically more able to play on. I think it’s good and the backline balance looks better… IF Alex can keep the howlers out of his game.

[mighty_west]

Him playing pushes JOD to a 3rd tall role and probably someone he’ll be physically more able to play on. I think it’s good and the backline balance looks better… IF Alex can keep the howlers out of his game.

He's just more trustworthy and reliable than Buku, gives us a more balanced defence, and i'm definatly going JOD ahead of Buku as that third defender. Alex's best option with ball in hand should always be his first, that's what seems to stuff him up, he's not exactly quick and get's himself in a bit of a pickle at times which then put's others under more pressure than what they should be.

[azabob]

Alex Keath has retired.

[azabob]

Western Bulldogs defender Alex Keath has called time on his AFL career after 109 games across nine seasons at two clubs.

Keath began his professional sporting journey as a cricketer representing Australia at under 19s level before representing Victoria and the Melbourne Stars, among other teams.

Keath switched codes in 2015 to be drafted to Adelaide as a Category B Rookie, going on to play 30 games for the Crows.

Keath crossed to the Western Bulldogs during the 2019 trade period, playing 79 games for the red, white and blue across five seasons, including the 2021 Grand Final.

The courageous and reliable defender would often play crucial roles on some of the best forwards in the game, while also setting standards for teammates on and off the field.

Reflecting on his career, Keath said he was extremely grateful for the time he had spent at Mission Whitten Oval.

“I want to express my sincere gratitude to the Western Bulldogs Football Club,” Keath said.

“The players, coaches, support staff and volunteers have been a pleasure to work with.

“To our fans - it’s been a privilege to represent the Bulldogs faithful over the journey. The memories will last a lifetime, thank you.”

Sam Power, GM of List Management and Recruiting at the Bulldogs, said Keath should take pride in everything he has achieved throughout his playing career.

“Alex should be extremely proud of the contributions he made to both Adelaide and Western Bulldogs football clubs,” Power said.

“He is the epitome of hard work and determination, a reliable defender who gave his all each time he ran onto the field. He’s also a much-loved and highly respected individual, not just by his teammates but also by staff across all sections of our Club.

“We thank Alex for everything he gave to the Club in his time in red, white and blue and wish him, Laura, Oliver and Ella all the best for the next stage of their lives.”

Alex Keath: Career Snapshot

Recruited from: Shepparton Bears/Melbourne Grammar/Murray Bushrangers
Debut: Round 18, 2017 v Geelong
Career games: 109 (30 for Adelaide, 79 for Western Bulldogs)
Individual honours:

Showdown Medal (round 8, 2019)
Brad Johnson Best Team Player Award (2021)




https://www.westernbulldogs.com.au/n...-on-afl-career

[Mofra]

Farewell Chief, enjoyed watching him play.
His comeback to professional sport (cricket, then football) after his years with Gold Coast - and his awful hamstring issues - are a real credit to how hard he worked.

[whythelongface]

Thanks Alex. Great clubman and a very good defender in his prime. Good luck on the next part of your journey.

[bulldogtragic]

One of best trades. Go well Alex.

[GVGjr]

Great addition for the team and he's been very professional.

[josie]

Thankyou Keathy. A very good pickup. That length of ground goal vs Wet Toast was a beauty. Wonder if he’ll be a grumpy PE Teacher in life after footy.