Excerpt from Peggy O'Neal's B&F speech:
"Season 2016 was one of bitter disappointment for all of us, not least of all for the players and coaching staff."
"Performances did not match expectations and that hurts."
"We ask our players to be strong when challenges arise.. And we ask our fans to do the same. And you, the supporters, respond – your loyalty and passion are second to none."
"We now reflect on the life of a man who showed enormous strength in adversity, Neville Crowe. Many of us have stories about being welcomed into the Richmond family by Neville and Valy Crowe. We honour Neville Crowe’s service to his beloved Tigers. A true steward of the Club. Farewell our champion, Neville Crowe."