Walters commits to Dockers

Updated September 27, 2012 08:22:53

Fremantle has re-signed out-of-contract forward Michael Walters for a further two years after the 21-year-old's impressive 2012 season.

Walters will remain at the Dockers until at least the end of the 2014 season.

"Michael's become an important player for the team and we look forward to a successful contribution from him again in 2013," general manager of player management Brad Lloyd said in a statement.

Walters battled fitness issues in preseason but worked his way into an improving Fremantle side in the back half of this season, including finals.

He kicked two goals in the Dockers' upset win over the Cats and another three in the defeat to the Crows during the finals.

Walter has played just 21 AFL games after being selected with pick 53 of the 2008 Draft.

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First posted September 27, 2012 08:22:53

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Griffen commits to Bulldogs

Updated January 11, 2012 12:06:55

The Western Bulldogs have re-signed midfield star Ryan Griffen until 2015.

Griffen, who was out of contract at the end of last season, said he had no qualms about extending his stay at the kennel.

"I am over the moon, as soon as it came up I wanted to sign straight away," the 25-year-old said.

"I love this place and I love the boys and it is fantastic that the club wanted to sign me."

The classy ball-winner has played 143 games for the Bulldogs since being selected third overall in the 2004 AFL draft.

He averaged 24 disposals last season and polled third in the club's best and fairest.

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First posted January 11, 2012 12:04:40

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