THE Western
Bulldogs today announced they will field a stand-alone VFL team from
2014, splitting from Williamstown at the end of next season.
The Bulldogs
and Williamstown Football Club have agreed to bring forward the terms of the current alignment agreement between the two
clubs by one year. This means the agreement will end at the end of 2013 rather
than 2014.
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Western
Bulldogs chief executive Simon Garlick said the new agreement was the best
outcome for both clubs.
“The
establishment of a stand- alone VFL side has been a clear strategic objective
for the club and it is very pleasing this will become a reality in 2014.
“This outcome
is consistent with our increased focus and commitment to the development of our
young exciting players.
“This decision
supports our aim to build and develop our team from within and the ultimate
delivery of sustainable success, both on and off the
field”.
Garlick
said the intention was to play matches at Whitten Oval as well as
throughout the region to reinforce the club’s standing as the team of
Melbourne’s West, the Bulldogs’ heartland.
Williamstown
Football Club general manager Brendan Curry also announced that the Seagulls
would field a stand-alone VFL team in the 2014 competition.
“This is a
significant result for the Seagulls and we are excited by the opportunities it
will bring for the club in the future.
“Equally we are
looking forward to a successful season next year in partnership with the Dogs –
off the back of a competitive 2012”.
