Zach Merrett has claimed his fourth Crichton Medal
ZACH Merrett has hit rarefied air, claiming his fourth Essendon best and fairest award after another stellar season.
The Bombers captain on Thursday night saluted for his fourth Crichton Medal, following his previous wins in 2016, 2019 and 2021.
ZACH Merrett has hit rarefied air, claiming his fourth Essendon best and fairest award after another stellar season.
The Bombers captain on Thursday night saluted for his fourth Crichton Medal, following his previous wins in 2016, 2019 and 2021.
Langford’s second place is the best finish of his career after a 51-goal season in attack for the Bombers, while half-back Redman came third. Redman was also named by his teammates as the Bombers’ most courageous player.
Andrew McGrath placed fourth overall, with Jordan Ridley fifth and Nic Martin in sixth position. Ridley missed six games through injury, stopping him from another finish close to the top after he won the best and fairest as a youngster in 2020.
Crichton Medal top 10
1. Zach Merrett (211 votes)
2. Kyle Langford (191)
3. Mason Redman (163)
4. Andrew McGrath (160)
5. Jordan Ridley (150)
6. Nic Martin (146)
7. Jye Caldwell (142)
8. Darcy Parish (137)
9. Sam Durham (120)
10. Dyson Heppell (114)
