‘That shows her dedication, it shows her courage.’
“Outstanding that you’re here ... and you’ve spoken about this group being a really important part of your family.“We’re really proud of you, OK? Step out there, be fierce, enjoy the moment, and know you stand up with every single one of us propping you up tonight ... really well done.”7NEWS sports reporter Laura Spurway said the pre-game address was “emotional” and explained that was why the players were wearing black armbands.
“That shows her dedication, it shows her courage, and the team just wanted to pay tribute to her and her family in that special way.”Gamble and Wood embrace after the game.There was another moment of drama when an injury scare to Prespakis sent a shudder through the Essendon camp. But the midfield star looked certain to be ruled out of the game after sustaining a heavy hit to her ribs while contesting a groundball in the third quarter. She returned to the fray, however, six minutes later.“As my parents say, ‘You just got to get up and keep going’.
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