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[snajik]

I've always been drawn to the Cortinas Sandridge. Those rugged blue collar types, not naturally gifted, but real fighters, proud to put on the red and white jumper, invariably one club players. Cressa is one of these. Other favourites along the way that fit this mould have been Brett Kirk, Kelly, Jude Bolton, Nick Smith, Rod Carter and Barry Round (though the latter two began their careers elsewhere). More dogged than flashy. Players that enjoy laying a strong tackle, often punching above their weight. In the current team I drift toward Fox, Rowbottom and Wicks, and it's hard to have this conversation without mentioning Parker and Kennedy. Invaluable.

Let us know what you think of the book. Greg Smith is a great comparison btw.

[KTigers]

Daryn Cresswell
244 Games
Ave Disp 22.95
Goals 208.159
Contested Possessions Ave 7.88
Clearances Ave 4.96

Luke Parker
232 Games
Ave Disp 23.37
Goals 175.116
Contested Possessions Ave 11.49
Clearances Ave 4.88

Obviously stats aren't everything, but this shows how good Cresswell was. And he played in the old lower possession era.
A total soldier for us for many years.

[Goal Sneak]

Daryn Cresswell
244 Games
Ave Disp 22.95
Goals 208.159
Contested Possessions Ave 7.88
Clearances Ave 4.96

Luke Parker
232 Games
Ave Disp 23.37
Goals 175.116
Contested Possessions Ave 11.49
Clearances Ave 4.88

Obviously stats aren't everything, but this shows how good Cresswell was. And he played in the old lower possession era.
A total soldier for us for many years.

I always felt comfortable when Cressa got the ball. He consistently used the ball so well and took the right option more often than not.

[Sandridge]

I've always been drawn to the Cortinas Sandridge. Those rugged blue collar types, not naturally gifted, but real fighters, proud to put on the red and white jumper, invariably one club players. Cressa is one of these. Other favourites along the way that fit this mould have been Brett Kirk, Kelly, Jude Bolton, Nick Smith, Rod Carter and Barry Round (though the latter two began their careers elsewhere). More dogged than flashy. Players that enjoy laying a strong tackle, often punching above their weight. In the current team I drift toward Fox, Rowbottom and Wicks, and it's hard to have this conversation without mentioning Parker and Kennedy. Invaluable.

Let us know what you think of the book. Greg Smith is a great comparison btw.

Love your list of "Cortinas" snajik! May I add Ricky Quade to the list, please?

[i'm-uninformed2]

Daryn Cresswell
244 Games
Ave Disp 22.95
Goals 208.159
Contested Possessions Ave 7.88
Clearances Ave 4.96

Luke Parker
232 Games
Ave Disp 23.37
Goals 175.116
Contested Possessions Ave 11.49
Clearances Ave 4.88

Obviously stats aren't everything, but this shows how good Cresswell was. And he played in the old lower possession era.
A total soldier for us for many years.

He had a very high footy IQ and was named in the extended bench for the Swans team of the century for a reason

[Aprilbr]

I will never forget that mark that Cresswell took late in the final against Hawthorn in 1996. I was lucky enough to be at the SCG that night and it was our first finals win since 1945.

[Ruck'n'Roll]

And his peculiar run in for a set shot.

[KTigers]

Cresswell was incredibly durable too. He went 11 seasons in a row where he never played less than 18 games in the year. This is what growing
up in Queenstown can do for you I think. Some will remember that time he dislocated his knee and sat on ground and bashed it back into
place with his fist.

[Sandridge]

Cresswell was incredibly durable too. He went 11 seasons in a row where he never played less than 18 games in the year. This is what growing
up in Queenstown can do for you I think. Some will remember that time he dislocated his knee and sat on ground and bashed it back into
place with his fist.

Against Geelong, I think?

[KSAS]

I will never forget that mark that Cresswell took late in the final against Hawthorn in 1996. I was lucky enough to be at the SCG that night and it was our first finals win since 1945.

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I was there as well. Travelled from Melbourne to watch game with my late father as it was Father's Day. Huge roar when Cresser took that mark. My dad couldn't bear to watch Cresser's kick & asked me if he'd kicked the goal, I pointed out to him the 40k screaming fans!!!! Cresser will always have a special place in my red & white heart.

P.S. Watched replay of game & Don Scott's commentary was as biased as it can get to the point Sandy Roberts had to remind Don there are 2 teams out there playing!

[KTigers]

Even though we didn’t win the GF, 96 has always been my favourite “Swans year". The one point win at Waverley against Richmond
with Plugger soccering the ball towards the boundary at the end. The draw out of nowhere against Essendon at the SCG. The SCG sell
out & rows of buses outside the SCG that had carried legions of Geelong supporters up from Victoria only for us to win easily. The last
round game in the rain against West Coast which was the night the Sydney chant started. Cresswell’s mark and goal in the Hawthorn
final, and the Essendon prelim obviously. From Round 3 to the prelim we went 18-1-3. It was a hell of a ride, especially after the very
challenging time from 92 to 94.

[Sandridge]

Even though we didn’t win the GF, 96 has always been my favourite “Swans year". The one point win at Waverley against Richmond
with Plugger soccering the ball towards the boundary at the end. The draw out of nowhere against Essendon at the SCG. The SCG sell
out & rows of buses outside the SCG that had carried legions of Geelong supporters up from Victoria only for us to win easily. The last
round game in the rain against West Coast which was the night the Sydney chant started. Cresswell’s mark and goal in the Hawthorn
final, and the Essendon prelim obviously. From Round 3 to the prelim we went 18-1-3. It was a hell of a ride, especially after the very
challenging time from 92 to 94.

It was a magnificent year alright! My Dad started taking me to South games in 1961 when I was 4. Had to wait 35 years to see my club win a final!
Even though we didn't get the big prize, it was an exhilarating year!!!

1996 Qualifying Final Sydney v Hawthorn - YouTube

The qualifying final with Cressa producing when it counted. Again!