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Richmond extends Hardwick's contract for two more yearsrichmondfc.com.au March 16, 2016 6:07 PM
Damien Hardwick will remain Richmond coach until at least the end of 2018
Richmond has extended Damien Hardwick’s coaching contract for a further two years.
Hardwick, who was in the final year of his current deal with the Club, will now continue as the Tigers’ coach until the end of the 2018 season.
Richmond President, Peggy O’Neal said the Board was pleased to extend Hardwick’s contract on the eve of the 2016 home-and-away season.
“In making this decision the Board considered what Damien has accomplished during his tenure, including the fact he has taken the team to three consecutive finals series,” O’Neal said.
“We also considered whether he was the right man to take us further and, after thorough analysis and discussion, the unanimous view was that Damien is the right man to coach our Club.
“Importantly, Damien has the character and values we want in someone who leads our players. The players also have great respect for their coach and his approach to getting the best out of them.
“Stability and unity have been critical to this Club’s recent improvement and the Board’s view was that a two-year contract extension was both deserved and prudent.”
Hardwick said he is proud to continue as senior coach of the Richmond Football Club, and eager to commence the 2016 AFL season.
“It has always been an honour to coach the Richmond Football Club and the support that the Board provides not just myself, but the entire Club, is never taken for granted,” Hardwick said.
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