SCOTT Welsh’s inspiring goal against Collingwood in the third term on the weekend has put him in the running for the Toyota AFL Goal of the Year. After being tackled to the ground by Nathan Brown, Welsh regained his balance to find some space and kick a sensational goal along the ground.
Bulldogs fans are urged to view and vote for Welsh’s goal at www.afl.com.au/markgoal. Voting is open from the Monday after each round through to the following Sunday night.
In 2008, the winner of the Toyota AFL Goal of the Year award will receive;
- The use of a TRD Aurion for 12 months, presented by Toyota
- $5000 for their grassroots club, presented by Toyota
- A crystal replica of the official perpetual Toyota AFL Goal of the Year trophy
- The Phil Manassa Medal
At the end of the 22 round Toyota AFL Premiership season, the AFL All-Australian Selection Committee will decide the overall winner from the 22 weekly winners.
The award will be the presented during 2008 Toyota AFL Grand Final week.
