They become the stuff of schoolyard legend. Theirs are the numbers adorning the backs of the fawning faithful. The true rockstars of our great game.
The high flyers.
It's part of the fabric of the code, is the hanger. There's nothing quite like the roar of a crowd when one of the men in the arena sits on the shoulders of another, and with velcro-like hands, plucks the Sherrin from the skies.
Take a look at some of those who have forged a reputation for themselves as artists among the clouds.
6. Brett "Birdman" Burton
The mercurially talented Brett Burton was a joy to watch.
Incredible hops, evidenced by often jumping all the way over his opponents, and freakish goal sense characterised his play.
Burton took to the skies with absurd regularity, and endeared himself to fans in the process.
A habitual forward, Burton was a natural footballer with a knack for finding the football when it was his responsibility. Six times in 177 career matches, the forward registered 30 or more disposals.
A man made to play football, and one who always looked like he had fun doing so.
