DCE to announce retierment

[BoomStickBarbie]

I was told today by a mate that is close friends with DCE that he will in fact announce his retierment this year.
Make of it what you want but I guess time will tell.

 

[Highflier]

Gulp!!!

 

[LeonardCohen]

I would not be surprised if that's the case. The sub-text in some of the reports that came out a couple of months ago, along the lines of 'wait and see' were in stark contrast to the way DCE has always done business. The vibe was off and gave me an inkling that this year would be it. If so, it's incredibly scary.

 

[Uber Eagle 72]

I will believe it when I see it. Hmmm this thread will no doubt create a news headline once some ambulance chasing journo sees it. Interesting the poster who has magnanimously shared this has also suggested in previous posts that DCE is nothing more than a headless chook that needs to be punted from the team….

 

[Tragic Eagle]

I am not surprised.

 

[Phobia]

I was told today by a mate that is close friends with DCE that he will in fact announce his retierment this year.
Make of it what you want but I guess time will tell.

I feel like losing the GF or a close prelim is the only way we'd be able to make him stay for '26.

I'll admit, I'm a younger bloke, and I cannot remember a time before DCE was our halfback. Going to be a big change for sure.

 

[The Wheel]

Guess this with be a Mole exclusive before Monday.

 

[BoomStickBarbie]

I feel like losing the GF or a close prelim is the only way we'd be able to make him stay for '26.

I'll admit, I'm a younger bloke, and I cannot remember a time before DCE was our halfback. Going to be a big change for sure.

He has been a rock for the club for a long time.
We've all had different of options on him over his career., but when it has come down to it he has been the glue and everything else for the club. Will be a strange day if and when he hangs up the boots.
In the end he is a legend of the club.

 

[Dion Johnson]

DCE has been immense both on and off the field. As the leader of the team, he has consistently demonstrated exceptional skill, leadership, and dedication, earning the respect of teammates, coaches, and fans alike.

If he does step away from the game, he will leave behind a remarkable career filled with achievements and an indelible mark on the club's history.

Hopefully he continues to be involved at the club in a coaching or mentoring role post his playing career.

 

[Ohgeez]

This is probably why DCE specifically wanted Joey Walsh next to him in the sheds for the year as Siebold said in The manly way

 

[The '47ers]

So I heard from you, who heard from a mate, that heard from his mate. Fair enough

 

[Phobia]

This is probably why DCE specifically wanted Joey Walsh next to him in the sheds for the year as Siebold said in The manly way

This probably would give an indicator as well, of the faith he probably therefore has in Hoppa, Large, and Walsh... Good stuff.

I doubt DCE would ever hang us out to dry, he will certainly have a role at the club post-retirement. If he goes into a media role, it'll be great to finally have someone commentating who doesn't hate Manly and isn't called Dan!

 

[KaZa]

Finally. He will have a good media career. Articulate and nice guy.

 

[master blaster]

Finally. He will have a good media career. Articulate and nice guy.

Yes, him and Cronk calling games together, you cant get any more articulate than that lol

 

[Tragic Eagle]

DCE has had a marvellous career leading his club, playing for his state and country. He has maintained the fitness of an elite athlete into his mid thirties which is a tremendous achievement that must come with a many sacrifices. He will know when it’s time. I hope the team has a huge season for him.

 

[Disco]

Don't doubt what you heard.....still reckon he goes one more in 26

 

[Kalvin]

I did hear on a podcast that he wasn't going to play origin this year so he can focus on manly

 

[silvereagle]

Not a surprise. Top of his game, end of his football career, no injuries, young family and great future career in media / NRL / Eagles. Crazy not to. I just hope there is a chance this year that he plays with the likes of Walsh, Onitoni, Zaidas etc. What an experience for these young guys to play with such a champion. Great role model also.

 

[LeonardCohen]

I guess only the players themselves would know, but I get the feeling a retirement decision does not always come down to mere physical capacity; there's nothing to suggest that DCE is not physically capable of playing into 26'. However, maybe he's ready to get off the merry-go-round and settle into a more relaxed lifestyle with his family. He's been at it for a long time.

His kicking game alone is irreplaceable and even if we land on a gun rookie replacement, they're not going to be DCE in 26'. It pretty much means our premiership window closes this year (if he is in fact going to retire). I think he deserves another ring for all his hard work and I'm no fortune teller, but you'd have to think Jake and Tom's best chance is while DCE is around.

 

[southsideeagle]

Just rumours... but makes sense. You just look for little signs .. like DCE having Walsh place his locker between his and Brooks's. Walsh been given a full contract.