Rory Sloane played just 12 games in 2018 after missing a large chunk of the season with a foot injury.
The vice-captain provided a strong leadership presence in the games he played, averaging 21.9 disposals, 6.1 clearances
Despite his time on the sidelines, he collected the fifth most clearances at Adelaide with 72 and the fourth most tackles with 75.
The two-time Club Champion delighted the Crows faithful when he signed a five-year extension late in the season to become a Crow for life.
Inner sanctum: Watch the playing group's reaction to Sloaney's news during Wednesday's team meeting at Adelaide Oval #weflyasone pic.twitter.com/O6BTqZzgic
— Adelaide Crows (@Adelaide_FC) July 11, 2018
In his first game after inking his new deal, the 28-year-old led the way in Adelaide’s 15-point win over Geelong.
NEXT: Sloane a Crow for life
He had 27 disposals (17 of them contested), eight clearances, nine inside
Game Breaker: Rory Sloane #weflyasone pic.twitter.com/eOD4rc8PqJ
— Adelaide Crows (@Adelaide_FC) July 13, 2018
Post-match, coach Don Pyke said Sloane’s re-signing had given his players a boost ahead of the game.
“It definitely had an impact, the boys love playing with Rory and finding out that he’s going to be here for a long period was fantastic news for the footy club,” he said.
At a glance:
Games: 12
Goals: 5
Disposals per game: 21.9
Clearances per game: 6.1
Tackles per game: 6.3
Best game:
Round 22 v North Melbourne
Sloane was a warrior in the nine-point win over North Melbourne, collecting 29 disposals (20 contested) to go with 11 clearances and six tackles.
