'Social Talk' is back again in what is yet another week with plenty happening.
Here's what's made news on the socials this week:
Footy community throw support behind Sam Docherty
Blues co-captain Sam Docherty revealed on Instagram this week that his testicular cancer had recurred.
The heartbreaking news had many in the AFL and wider community post their support and care toward Docherty, who is now set to undergo chemotherapy.
All the best, Sam ๐
His former club, his fellow co-captain and North Melbourne's Ben Cunnington were just some of those close to Sam that posted their wishes to the Blues defender.
With you all the way Sam ๐ช
Former Lion, Sam Docherty will undergo chemotherapy after scans revealed a secondary occurrence of testicular cancer.
Wishing you a speedy recovery โค๏ธ pic.twitter.com/ehdrRhGvGV
— Brisbane Lions (@brisbanelions) August 9, 2021
Great news from Ben Cunnington ๐ pic.twitter.com/dqUQLmCRh2
— 7AFL (@7AFL) August 13, 2021
Josh Kelly inks eight-year extension
Josh Kelly was finally able to end any speculation surrounding his future, triggering the eight-year extension in his contract to remain at the Giants.
While some fans from Victorian clubs - namely North Melbourne - were disappointed in the news, Greater Western Sydney were by far the happiest account on Twitter.
Josh Kelly putting his contract rumours to bed for good ๐ค pic.twitter.com/XyVuka1Szj
— GWS GIANTS (@GWSGIANTS) August 10, 2021
as a nod to Josh Kelly I would also like to announce that I will be staying in Sydney for an indefinite period of time. ๐
— Brett Sprigg (@BrettSprigg) August 10, 2021
Josh Kelly staying after North fans working themselves into a frenzy for months is so good. Smart move as well, staying at a club much closer to a premiership.
— Ben Madden (@benmaddenwriter) August 10, 2021
Murphy, Hill, Rockliff and Ambrose announce retirementsย
This week saw a number of players announce their retirements from the game.
Former Carlton captain Marc Murphy announced his 300th game in the navy blue will be his last, ending an illustrious career for the Blues.
Congratulations to Marc Murphy on 300 AFL games and a fantastic career ๐
READ MORE >>> https://t.co/hZ5PnwfS2k pic.twitter.com/0KK9z5JGbi
— Zero Hanger (@zerohanger) August 14, 2021
Fremantle veteran Stephen Hill, Port Adelaide midfielder Tom Rockliff and Essendon swingman Paddy Ambrose were also among those to hang up the boots.
There's one thing Hilly isn't going to miss about footy ๐ #foreverfreo
WATCH: https://t.co/9f09qF73ES pic.twitter.com/rMC9HtW5vp
— Fremantle Dockers (@freodockers) August 10, 2021
Thank you, Truly Grateful pic.twitter.com/9vkmm9A92Q
— Tom Rockliff (@rockwiz38) August 10, 2021
No Essendon supporter would have a bad word to say about this bloke.
Paddy Ambrose gave everything. pic.twitter.com/rMB2GItjvM
— SportsThoughts (@Puntnow) August 10, 2021
Carter report released for future of Tasmanian football
The highly-anticipated Carter Report on Tasmania's future in the AFL was released, leaving mixed feelings among locals of the Apple Isle.
With the chief suggestion that a current AFL club is better of relocating, many were quick to question the report.
It seems Tasmanians will be happier to wait in order to gain the 19th license in the league.
Colin Carter โ for @afl team in Tasmania. Keep pushing forward it will happen. Not a relocation but a new Tasmanian team.
— Matthew Richardson (@mattricho0) August 13, 2021
A summary of the Carter report might be best described like this:
Tassie deserves a team - letโs give them a team.
But probably not a new team, a relocated team.
But we wonโt be relocating any teams.
Got it?
Feels like a political exercise to me.
Just give Tassie a team.
— Ryan Daniels (@FootyRhino) August 13, 2021
2052. Penguin Island gets and AFL team #afl
Tasmania : pic.twitter.com/iXK2pcJPmX
— late night fights ๐บ๐พ (@latenightfights) August 14, 2021
It seems #Tasmania has three options now if it wants its own @afl team.
1. Wait 8-10 years for a standalone team.
2. Talk a Melbourne club into moving South. Probably halves that timeline.
3. Don't have an AFL team. Ever.
I'd go with number 1. Secure a long term plan.#AFL
— Matt (@Mattys123) August 13, 2021
You all want clear information and I shouldnโt say this: Fuck off and stop with the conversation around @NMFCOfficial moving. Debt eliminated / 45k members / list going places. Suggest thereโs Melb teams with $15 mill debt that are at the front of that relocation talk. https://t.co/BNzVR7PAiH
— Corey McKernan (@CoreyMcKernan) August 13, 2021
Jacob Townsend's brave moment after win
Following the Suns' win over Carlton last weekend, Gold Coast forward Jacob Townsend fronted the media after his maiden match with the Queensland club.
Townsend stood brave to chat with Fox Footy's Kath Loughnan after previously turning down media interviews due to his stutter and speech impediment and was exceptional in the interview.
Awesome work Jacob.
Mad respect indeed @FOXFOOTY https://t.co/cYxdBU8QlR
— Kath Loughnan (@KathLoughnan) August 9, 2021
