After 18 seasons and 341 games to date, Kade Simpson informed the playing group of his decision to retire earlier this week.
Simpson retires the Navy Blue guernsey a club legend and much-loved player among Bluebaggers.
Here are just some of the kind words shared following his retirement.
Anthony Koutoufides:
Mitch Robinson:
I’m getting a little emotional with these retirements!
— Mitch Robinson (@MitchRobinson05) September 15, 2020
If you ever want to know what a true warrior looks like or someone that gives everything to the jumper, research Kade Simpson! @CarltonFC
Shelley Ware:
I’ve sulked enough now...I’m really going to miss you out there @kadesimpson6 You deserve nothing but joy in your future endeavours. Thank you for being simply wonderful on and off the field. ?? https://t.co/JgahjGvJxr
— Shelley Ware (@ShelleyWare) September 15, 2020
Bob Murphy:
Old dogs, old tricks and old columns. Congratulations Kade Simpson. https://t.co/cs2oxEByKL
— Bob Murphy (@BobMurphy02) September 15, 2020
Michael Wilson:
— Michael Willson (@MichaelCWillson) September 15, 2020
Ameet Bains:
Congratulations on a brilliant career @kadesimpson6
— Ameet Bains (@Ameet_Bains) September 15, 2020
A player you love watching knowing how much he gives every time he plays https://t.co/9tHCkUZWvF