St Kilda Saints Announce Departures of Five Players
In a significant shake-up ahead of the upcoming AFL season, the St Kilda Saints have officially announced the departures of five players from their 2025 roster. The club’s management made the announcement during a press conference, citing a strategic shift aimed at revitalizing the team’s performance.
The departing players include veteran midfielder and fan favorite Jack Steele, who has been a pivotal figure for the Saints over the past several seasons. Steele’s leadership and on-field prowess will be sorely missed, but the club believes it’s time for new energy and talent to emerge.
Also leaving the Saints are young forward Max King, who has shown flashes of brilliance but struggled with consistency, and experienced defender Dougal Howard. Both players have been part of the Saints’ rebuilding efforts and will seek new opportunities with different clubs. Their departures signal a willingness from St Kilda to explore fresh strategies as they aim to strengthen their list.
Additionally, the club confirmed that utility player Tim Membrey and midfielder Dan Hannebery will also exit. Membrey has been a reliable goal-scorer, while Hannebery’s experience has been invaluable; however, the club is looking to invest in younger talent and align with their long-term vision.
Saints’ head coach expressed optimism about the future, emphasizing the need for change to foster a more competitive edge in the league. “While it’s tough to say goodbye to such talented players, we believe these changes will pave the way for a stronger, more dynamic team,” he stated.
As the Saints prepare for the 2024 season, fans are hopeful that the new direction will bring success and excitement back to the club. The team will begin its recruitment process immediately to fill the gaps left by the departing players.
