Taylor Walker managed 14 games in 2018 after battling a foot injury that restricted him all season.
The skipper kicked 26 goals while averaging 11.5 disposals and 4.2 marks per game.
He led an inexperienced Crows team to an upset win over the Swans in Round Five, kicking four goals from 16 disposals, four inside 50s and seven marks.
A trademark Tex goal #weflyasone pic.twitter.com/LAROARFXNT
— Adelaide Crows (@Adelaide_FC) April 20, 2018
Post-match, Don Pyke said he was proud to see Walker set an example for the younger players.
“Our leaders, led by our captain, were just outstanding in terms of their presence on the game and ability to set a standard which demanded it got followed,” he said.
“I was super proud of him (Walker) in particular.”
As the season came to a close, he underwent surgery on his foot to ensure he would be ready to go for 2019.
At a glance:
Games: 14
Goals: 26
Disposals per game: 11.5
Marks per game: 4.2
Best game:
Round 15 v West Coast
Walker inspired his team to a 10-point, come-from-behind win over West Coast after the Crows trailed by 27 late in the third term. Staring down defeat, Walker booted three massive captain’s goals in quick succession to provide the spark Adelaide needed to get over the line.
What a night it was for captain Tex! #weflyasone pic.twitter.com/qPbi3Z7VrZ
— Adelaide Crows (@Adelaide_FC) July 1, 2018
Other season highlights:
Round Two v Richmond
Kicked four goals, collected four inside 50s and 11 disposals in Adelaide’s 36 point win over Richmond in their grand final rematch.
