Phil Davis was lauded as some of the “influential figures” in GWS Giants historical past after the membership’s inaugural co-captain introduced his retirement, efficient instantly.
The 32-year-old has performed 192 video games throughout 15 seasons and was appointed co-captain within the membership’s maiden season in 2012, a place he held by to the membership’s grand closing look in 2019.
Davis was one of many membership’s first gamers signed up, transferring from Adelaide in late 2011 on the age of 21, and membership chairman Tony Shepherd mentioned Davis’s affect could be felt “for many years to come”.
“Phil is an uncompromising competitor who got everything out of himself, made his teammates better, and leaves the club as an instrumental figure in building the Giants to where we are today.
“He will always be our inaugural co-captain, our first-ever grand final captain, and one of the most significant players in our history.
“We wish Phil all the best in his post-football career, which, given his tremendous skills, commercial acumen and endearing personality, will be immensely successful.
“Congratulations, Phil.”
Injuries marred Davis’s closing few years, managing simply 5 matches in 2022 and none in 2023.
His closing AFL sport was in spherical 17 final season.
Club chief govt David Matthews mentioned Davis would lengthy be revered for his influence on the enlargement membership.
“It’s hard to put into words what Phil means to our club,” he mentioned.
“When we were building the Giants, we were looking to bring in quality players but also quality people for us to build a club and culture around.
“Phil has exemplified that from day one – and then some – as he’s built the Giants to where we are today.
“He is revered as one of the best leaders in the game and he, along with Callan Ward, truly set our club up for success from the very early days. Together they set high standards, drove a family culture and led us through every challenge.
“He got everything out of himself as a player, and as a person he leaves a lasting legacy. He should be immensely proud of everything he’s achieved in his career.”
Originally revealed as Inaugural GWS co-captain Phil Davis pronounces retirement
Source: www.dailytelegraph.com.au
