SHANNON GILL discovers its magic and joins Richmonds Tom Brown on a visit to his old club. Both Shai Bolton and Daniel Rioli became embroiled in an altercation that left the former with a fractured wrist and facing up to three weeks on the sidelines. The three-time premiership forward performed well in the VFL, and Hardwick leapt to his defence when questions were raised about Riolis consistency. Picture: Getty Images Former captain Trent Cotchin and veteran forward Jack Riewoldt remain without contracts for next season but are pushing to play on. More from AFL Demon Christian Salem battles flare-up of thyroid issue Collingwood bolster ruck stocks with SANFL recruit [103] He was among his side's best during round 13's Dreamtime in Darwin match, recording 16 disposals, a team-high five tackles and kicking a goal in his first AFL match in his Northern Territory home. Racing and Sports is a Registered Trademark. It turned out that the way forward was to go backwards. [64][65] After playing in the season-opening match against Carlton, Rioli kicked his first goal of the season in round 2 against Collingwood at the MCG. We care about the protection of your data. Daniel Rioli is a professional Australian rules footballer playing for the Richmond Football Club in the Australian Football League (AFL). [84], Rioli took part in each of his club's two pre-season series matches in March before kicking an equal-team high three goals in a season-opening win over Carlton in round 1. [15] In round 19 he kicked a then career-best three goals, with all coming in the first quarter of the club's win over Gold Coast. Speaking for the first time on the matter, McLachlan told reporters on Thursday that explanation wasn't good enough, stressing that the onus was on players to not engage. Hardwick added that the club was comfortable with where the situation sat and the actions of their players. "[81] In the grand final against Greater Western Sydney, AFL Media labelled Rioli "fantastic in the forward half of the ground" despite a modest stat line that included one goal and four tackles in his side's 89-point victory that earned him a second premiership in three years. Premium subscribers also enjoy interactive puzzles and access to the digital version of our print edition - Today's Paper. To have a guy like that whos been there for numerous years, hes been a massive help for me. Early life and junior football [ edit] [98] After starring with two goals at the lower level, he earned an immediate recall for the club's round 5 win over Melbourne, in which Rioli kicked one goal. Damien Hardwick had doubts over whether he should let Daniel Rioli play in the AFL clash with Greater Western Sydney before the Richmond small forward kicked the match-winning goal. [126][15] He was returned to the starting lineup for a single game in round 13, before being dropped to reserves level for an extended period. [4], Rioli played representative football for the Northern Territory in the 2015 Under-18 championships where he appeared in three matches for the side. The coaches are pretty awesome. Reserved. And hes got three premiership medals to represent that so from our point of view Daniel plays a really specific role and he plays it very, very well.. Hes settled in well. Bolton suffered a broken wrist in the confrontation and is expected to miss 2-3 weeks. Richmond are trying to balance remaining in contention for more premierships and regenerating through youth. [47][48][49][50] Rioli finally earned a return to AFL football in round 13's win over Geelong at the MCG. [63] He was among Richmond's best players in the first of his club's two pre-season matches, where he spend part of his time playing as a midfielder. and Were excited about the prospect of what he could become behind the ball. He is also a compulsive Simpsons quoter. [70] Rioli returned to AFL level for the Dreamtime at the 'G match in round 10, wearing a guernsey he had designed with his mother and father and that featured imagery central to his family and the Tiwi Islands that were his childhood home, including the family totem of the turtle. [15], Rioli plays primarily as a rebounding half back. It was a different looking pre-season for Damien Hardwick. She is still grieving about the unexpected exit of her best friend from her life. [57] After playing the final 10 consecutive matches of the home and away season, Rioli entered the finals series with the minor premiership winning Richmond hosting fourth placed Hawthorn in a qualifying final. [Some] judge this kid off [fantasy] points, but what we judge him on is win/loss. [56] The following week Rioli set a career best with 25 disposals in a win over Gold Coast. , updated "We had a laugh the other day with Jack that we're signing up everyone else bar him but that's happens when you're 33, going on 34. [33][34] He also received the league Goal of the Year award for his round 3 snap, despite it not winning the fan vote for that round's best. (Photo by Scott Barbour/Getty Images), Damien and Danielle, who have three children together, had separated, started a new relationship with Alexandra Crow. [40] Again, these predictions proved optimistic, with Rioli ruled no chance to play in round 1 from as far out as early March. 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AFL CEO Gillon McLachlan has hit back at Richmond coach Damien Hardwick's explanation over the nightclub brawl that left two of his Tigers wounded.. [141], Rioli lived with Richmond senior coach Damien Hardwick and his family for the first two years of his AFL career. Daniel Rioli (born 16 April 1997) is a professional Australian rules footballer playing for the Richmond Football Club in the Australian Football League (AFL). Unlikely housemates to begin with, but now nearly three years under the same roof, Richmond senior coach Damien Hardwick and livewire small forward Daniel Rioli share a bond like family. [1] Following Jason Castagna's retirement announcement on Monday, he shares his thoughts behind the decision and reflects on his Tigerland journey. [127][128] Rioli was trialed in a new role as a half-back during his stint at VFL level and was immediately impressive, earning elevation to the club's AFL backline in round 17 following a 26-disposal game in the VFL and an injury to veteran half-back Bachar Houli. Hardwick said it was great to have him back and playing football. Daniel Rioli has been out of Richmonds senior side.Credit:Getty Images. "But then we see him change position and grab it with both hands and a possibility of an All-Australian half-back this year, which is a real feather in his cap. 'It's disappointing. The AFL is aware of the fight but did not comment on Monday night. Hardwick publicly defended the duo, claiming that while he was "disappointed", he "understands these situations happen from time to time". "How good are the Richmond Football Club? [15] He missed two matches after the bye, this time in rounds 14 and 15 before returning in round 16 and remaining in the side for the final eight matches of the season. The script was flipped but the spin-off is probably better than the original. Richmond coach Damien Hardwick has spoken following the revelation that Tigers Shai Bolton and Daniel Rioli were involved in a nightclub fight on Saturday night. Daniel Rioli has been out of Richmonds senior side. stiff not to make the All-Australian squad, Paddy Ryders rocky road back from injury, Cannabis, Clarko, Dusty and Detroit: Hardwick opens up, Rookie bolter firms for Tigers R1 blockbuster, The true birthplace of Tom Hafeys coaching legacy, Mooroopna magic: Inside the towns golden AFL era, Pies recruit tipped for key role, potential R1 bolter. Get the latest injury update from Physical Performance Manager Luke Meehan ahead of Richmond's pre-season practice match against Melbourne on Saturday. [110][111][112] He finished the year having played 18 of a possible 21 matches, and placed equal 14th in the club's best and fairest count. Its a special occasion, not only for the Indigenous players.. DAMIEN HARDWICK: It was a massive injury and Dustin is back training but obviously he had a difficult off-season with his father Shane passing. [13] He also finished ranked sixth at the clubs for tackles and was awarded the Cosgrove-Jenkins Award as Richmond's best first-year player. For a daily dose of the best of the breaking news and exclusive content from Wide World of Sports, subscribe to our newsletter by clicking here! Former captain Trent Cotchin and veteran forward Jack Riewoldt remain without contracts for next season but are pushing to play on. The father-son selection and son of former Norm Smith Medallist, and two-time club best and fairest, Maurice Rioli, will play as a manic pressure forward for Damien Hardwick's team. Im pretty fast, pretty quick. Rioli downplayed the severity of the injury. And obviously the coaching staff as well, they had belief in me that I could play that role. Richmond coach Damien Hardwick has hailed the transformation of Daniel Rioli as the reborn AFL defender inked a new five-year deal with the Tigers. [118][119] One week later, he returned with two goals in a round 5 win over St Kilda before notching his 100th AFL game in round 6's loss to Melbourne. Nationwide News Pty Ltd 2023. Damien Hardwick had a suggestion. 'So, look, it was a difficult situation. [140] His younger brother Brayden is a member of Essendon's Next Generation Academy, boarded at Daniel's alma mater St Patrick's College in Ballarat and has represented the Northern Territory at AFL Under 16 Championships. Obviously I was having my ups and downs as a half-forward. Richmond are trying to balance remaining in contention for more premierships and regenerating through youth. Veterans Robbie Tarrant and Dylan Grimes are mainstays down back for the Tigers, but a rookie key defender is doing everything right at Punt Road to keep his name in the frame. What were looking for from Sydney is to get the consistency in his life that allows him to play the game at the very highest level. Danielle Hardwick is still grieving the break-up of her marriage to Richmond coach Damien but says she is ready to "put herself back into the draft". Actually, lets rephrase that: Riolis are meant to be forwards. 16:59 GMT 10 May 2021 Rioli was also left requiring stitches to his face. pic.twitter.com/Wg36EfOfIi. 01:27 Mins Published on Aug 4, 2021, 11:28pm Maurice Rioli Jnr set to debut In your darkest times when youre incurring trauma, you really find out what youre about, she said. Coach Damien Hardwick narrowly escaped dismissal which turned out to be an extremely fortunate decision for the Tigers. 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