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Looking for something to do on the school holidays? Join the Essendon boys at training tomorrow morning from 10.00am at Windy Hill and watch the Bombers prepare for a big and exciting 2006 season. There will be a free sausage sizzle, giveaways, autograph opportunities, PLUS check out the new arrivals and specials at the Bomber Shop and also visit the Hall of Fame.
Essendon coach Kevin Sheedy says a kick to the calf won't necessarily keep James Hird out of next weekend's final practice match against Richmond in Mildura. Hird limped off the ground shortly after half-time. ""It was just a kick - I don't know how bad it was but if he is okay he will play next week. I don't think it is serious,"" Sheedy said after Essendon's 37-point win over Hawthorn.
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