Stepping up his game to another level this year, Mark McVeigh was one of the shining lights in Essendon’s 2007 season.

 

Bomber supporters have praised McVeigh as being a solid contributor week in, week out and have commended his courage, determination and willingness to put his body on the line for the team.

 

2007
Games - 21
Goals - 20
Kicks - 270
Marks - 104
Handballs – 116

2007 Fan’s ranking: 7.99 / 10

 

2006
Games - 21
Goals - 9
Kicks - 216
Marks - 77
Handballs – 91

2006 Fan’s ranking: 7.07 / 10

 

2005
Games - 21
Goals - 7
Kicks - 211
Marks - 84
Handballs - 90

2005 Fan’s ranking: 6.31 / 10

 

What the Essendon fans had to say:

 

2007 was an excellent season for Mark and easily his best at the club. He showed real leadership and showed his credentials as possibly the next captain of the club. (Tristan Wass)

 

Mark was very consistent and often flew the flag when nobody else seemed interested. He should be our next captain. (Geoffrey Hope)

 

McVeigh rarely plays a bad game and always puts his heart and soul on the line - this year was no exception. (Samuel Wharton)

 

Mark wears his passion for the club like a badge of honour. He is prepared to do the unfashionable team roles as well as the more glamorous ones with aplomb. (Mark Elze)

 

McVeigh was absolutely inspirational this season. He always played with great spirit and showed great signs of improvement. (Jaime Lee)

 

Mark kicked important goals, plugged gaps everywhere and is vital to our side. (Andrew Charlton)