Broad inks two-year extensionNathan Broad has committed to Richmond, tying him to the Club until at least the end of 2025.
By Richmond Media - Just now
Richmond's star triple premiership defender Nathan Broad has committed his future to the Club, putting pen to paper on a two-year extension this week.
Broad, who finished 10th in last year's Jack Dyer Medal, has had an excellent start to the 2023 season averaging 17 disposals, 4.9 marks, and 4.2 rebound 50s per game while often nullifying one of the opposition's most damaging forwards.
The now 30-year-old defender arrived at the Club from the strong Western Australian Football League (WAFL) late in 2015 as a mature-aged recruit, having gradually risen the ranks at Swan Districts.
A late-bloomer, Broad played 44 reserves matches (and 20 League) for the Swans between 2011-14 before shooting into National Draft contention in 2015.
Broad featured just twice at senior level in his debut AFL season but was able to earn his place in the fast-charging Tigers team for the final 10 matches of the Club's drought-breaking 2017 premiership campaign.
Broad has continually strengthened his game since then, establishing himself as a senior player across the past six years, featuring in 114 AFL games and adding a further two premierships
The 30-year-old, who was judged best on ground in the eyes of the coaches in the recent Round 9 match against Geelong, showcased his well-rounded offensive and defensive ability, gathering game-high intercepts and one-percenters and 19 disposals while mainly opposed to the Cats’ reigning best and fairest Jeremy Cameron who booted just one goal.
Broad ranks #2 at Richmond for One Percenter’s per match and is #4 for average Rebound 50s, #6 for Bounces and Intercepts, #7 for Marks, and #8 for Kicks.
Richmond General Manager, Football Talent Blair Hartley said having Broad commit to the Club for another two years was exciting.
"Nathan is an important player for us both on and off the field with his versatility, reliability, and energy making us a better team," he added.
"He has worked incredibly hard for everything he has achieved in his time in the AFL, and his drive to get the best out of himself and those around him remains strong.
"This contract is a great reward for Nathan and his family, and equally, we are thrilled to keep him at Richmond."
The contract extension will take Broad into a 9th and 10th season at Richmond, tying him to the Club until the end of 2025.
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