On behalf of every Geelong supporter......THANKYOU Joel for the 110% you put into each and every game over your entire career!!!! Much love to you Joel 💜💚💙
Can't duck the fact he is an immortal of the game.That last goal he kicked in the Grand Final epitomised everything that he represented; perfect poise under extreme pressure.What a leader! Well played Skipp!
There are not enough superlatives to describe him. He's a legend off and on the field, a beautiful, kind person. He's too humble to mention it, but I'm glad Chris did - the personal and financial sacrifices he has made, for the betterment of the club, to keep this group together, to achieve success... There are countless stories about him. He does so much off the field that people don't know or see. Enjoy what comes next legend 🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻
mate you have carried us through 4 grandfinals, thats insane, we couldnt be happier that you're ending on a good note, well done mate, you've had an amazing career and sure you'll be missed but as long as you're happy with you're happy, we're happy
People will be talking about Joel Selwood, the player, the captain, the amazing human, for many decades to come. Has not put a foot wrong on 15 years. Incredible person. Warrior.
Thanks, Selwood, for being at Geelong throughout ur career. You were an inspiration to many young children. Easily the best AFL captain to play the game.
I started watching football because of you. I grew up wanting to play like you. You have been my inspiration not just in footy but as a person, Thankyou for everything Joel ❤️
Captain Courageous #14 Well done Joel. Would have loved to seen u go around one more time but to go out a winner on the biggest day is a fitting way to end an amazing career that will never be rivaled! U make me so proud to be a cats man!! Go cats Premiers 2022!! 🏆🏆🏆🏆
The greatest captain of all time. I cried when he scored the goal and when he lifted the cup, and I know I m not the only one. What a magnificent career and even better man. Thank you captain heart and courage, enjoy your retirement.
Joel has been a great player for Geelong he has had a lot of success in his career, Joel has given over 110% in all games. He has done really well being captain and he has been a great fit for us cats. Let’s hope he gets a coaching position for the cats
Thank you to Geelong social media for the good audio and subtitles. You can barely hear the questions at AFL press conferences, and the broadcasters/uploaders don't bother fixing it. Thanks for the extra effort and quality. 👍🏼
Joel you served the geelong footy club with pride and Honer be proud of your self as fans we have enjoyed watching you play we all sad but happy that you have gone out on a good note with one last premiership
Thankful we’ve had one of the best players to grace the game in the last sixteen years. All the best for the future Joel, brilliant player, brilliant bloke.
An unbelievable great captain, I always rued the decision by own club not to have drafted him. Have respected him from afar, though hated him beating my own team. Rest well Joel in retirement, a loss to the field but not the game. From a Blues member.
I wish there was an award the club could name after him. I'm glad Tommy Harley got the best clubman award named after him but that would've been perfect for Sel. I'm sure they'll find a fitting way to honor such a legend of the club, perhaps by keeping the #14 our of circulation for a while or even having every subsequent captain wear it. No matter what It was just a joy to watch his whole career.
What an absolute legend 4 premierships Premiership captain Runner up in Brownlow medal Longest serving captain Should have won a norm smith in the grand final but above all a champion bloke. Thank you legend
Thanks, Joel Selwood all the best you were a great person on and off the field, and if it wasn't for you we wouldn't be where we are today so thanks Joel.
So much respect for these men in front of us. Particularly Joel. Absolute legend, of the game and in society, what he stands for, Caring, putting others first. Being selfless. Beautiful to see. A massive loss to the game, but have to be grateful for what Joel gave to the game, and to the Cats. If only what Joel is could be bottled. Joel you already have lived a life well lived, and earnt the bright, fun, happy future you have in front of you. Loving wife, first child on the way. All the very best to you, your family and the poor Cats who have to go on without you, but what a blessing having you behind them is going forward. Thank you for entertaining us Joel. Love from an ever hopeful Freo supporter in Bunbury 💜⚓🙏🏼🏆
Not many from opposing teams liked this guy a great deal, because of dubious free kick technique. But GF day his actions and his character became obvious to all, before during and after the game. A true great of our sport. Much respect from a North supporter.
Too anchious to tackle him. All players play for free kicks, in the back falling forward, dropping the knees, driving their head into opponents mid section. The fact is, when you are always, in the thick of it, in and under, contested and gritty, and you are annoyingly good at what you do, you will be taken high all the time. Technique or not, no player has had their head nearly ripped off as often as Joel. I never use the word legend, as it's a gross overstatement, but in Joel's case it's utterly fitting.
No words. He has given so much, and still wants nothing for his own glory. A genuine all time legend of the game. I feel so lucky to have been able to watch his entire career. I'm sad, devastated really. But I am so happy for him too.
I don't think I have ever felt so sad, yet so grateful in relation to footy. Joel, you are truly a leader and we thank you for everything you have given us; including another premiership.
Definitely had a cry watching this joel you are a inspiration to everyone your a hero an idol and a man that will always be forever cherished in the geelong club I wish you all the best and thank you for everything you do and have done
Thank you Joel for the years you gave to our beloved footy club. Inspirational from start to the end. A statue outside GMHBA needs to be erected now. Thank you for the moments you gave and the leadership you show right throughout it all enjoy your retirement champ 🔵⚪🔵⚪ 🏆
" what we do in life , echoes in eternity ".... what a huge echo you have produced 👏... champion 🏆. I hope no one will ever wear the #14 ... cause no one can ever do it justice again.
First & only Geelong player to make the 4 Premiership club, playing solely for the Cats....That club now comprises 68 names, including Isaac Smith's.....Most finals ever @40...2nd in finals wins @22...1st in finals losses @18.
Best captain in our history of the Geelong football club and the VFL and Afl never will be a captain better then him and such a warrior fingers crossed so he can get a coaching role
The best we've ever had in our club. We've been fortunate to have some legendary players of our great game play in the hoops, but no player has done so much both on and off the field for the club and community.
It's not a sad day. He went out on a perfect note. Just hope he has a coaching role at the Cattery sooner than later.
Cats be crazy not to keep him, in some kind of development coaching role in future
he has to have some kind of role at Geelong his the soul of what the club is about. The culture which has made them so consistent
Hey, comrade. Hope you're travelling well. Great to see a cats win.
On behalf of every Geelong supporter......THANKYOU Joel for the 110% you put into each and every game over your entire career!!!! Much love to you Joel 💜💚💙
We couldn't have asked for a better captain or a better bloke to lead the club. We are eternally grateful. We are Geelong.
Not just Geelong supporters, AFL fans thank you Joel. Represented the great things in our game and he’s a bloody good bloke.
Can't duck the fact he is an immortal of the game.That last goal he kicked in the Grand Final epitomised everything that he represented; perfect poise under extreme pressure.What a leader! Well played Skipp!
I’m not crying …. You are…. The emotion and love you can feel in the room is just beautiful. Hoping we honour him by continuing his great legacy
What a career! Well done Joel! 💙🤍
Not a cats supporter but i love how he went about it on the field, a true champion on and off it, best of luck champ
There are not enough superlatives to describe him. He's a legend off and on the field, a beautiful, kind person. He's too humble to mention it, but I'm glad Chris did - the personal and financial sacrifices he has made, for the betterment of the club, to keep this group together, to achieve success... There are countless stories about him. He does so much off the field that people don't know or see. Enjoy what comes next legend 🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻
Congratulations Joel on a remarkable career! What an incredible leader you have been for our football club. Go Cats!!!
mate you have carried us through 4 grandfinals, thats insane, we couldnt be happier that you're ending on a good note, well done mate, you've had an amazing career and sure you'll be missed but as long as you're happy with you're happy, we're happy
People will be talking about Joel Selwood, the player, the captain, the amazing human, for many decades to come. Has not put a foot wrong on 15 years. Incredible person. Warrior.
Thanks, Selwood, for being at Geelong throughout ur career. You were an inspiration to many young children. Easily the best AFL captain to play the game.
I love you joel. Your the best captain we can ask for. You gave 110% every game. ENJOY. I bloody love ya joel. Cya
I started watching football because of you. I grew up wanting to play like you. You have been my inspiration not just in footy but as a person, Thankyou for everything Joel ❤️
Selwood had a great career, sad to see him retiring but it is the time to end the great career. Good Luck on Joel’s Future!
Captain Courageous #14 Well done Joel. Would have loved to seen u go around one more time but to go out a winner on the biggest day is a fitting way to end an amazing career that will never be rivaled! U make me so proud to be a cats man!! Go cats Premiers 2022!! 🏆🏆🏆🏆
What a legacy he has left behind, thank you Joel for everything for your loyalty, courage and passion. Our Skipper is irreplaceable 💙🤍
The greatest captain of all time. I cried when he scored the goal and when he lifted the cup, and I know I m not the only one. What a magnificent career and even better man. Thank you captain heart and courage, enjoy your retirement.
Joel has been a great player for Geelong he has had a lot of success in his career, Joel has given over 110% in all games. He has done really well being captain and he has been a great fit for us cats. Let’s hope he gets a coaching position for the cats
Who's chopping the onions in here? 😢 Joel you are a legend, thank you for everything you've done.
Ive been chopping onions since the final siren on saturday😥
You will always be a champion of Geelong.
Thank you to Geelong social media for the good audio and subtitles. You can barely hear the questions at AFL press conferences, and the broadcasters/uploaders don't bother fixing it. Thanks for the extra effort and quality. 👍🏼
What a champion player and person, and a terrific career. Few could ask for better. From a Dons supporter.
Thanks for everything skip
You're loved more than you know, mate - Collingwood supporter here.
Joel you served the geelong footy club with pride and Honer be proud of your self as fans we have enjoyed watching you play we all sad but happy that you have gone out on a good note with one last premiership
Thankful we’ve had one of the best players to grace the game in the last sixteen years. All the best for the future Joel, brilliant player, brilliant bloke.
An unbelievable great captain, I always rued the decision by own club not to have drafted him. Have respected him from afar, though hated him beating my own team. Rest well Joel in retirement, a loss to the field but not the game. From a Blues member.
I wish there was an award the club could name after him. I'm glad Tommy Harley got the best clubman award named after him but that would've been perfect for Sel. I'm sure they'll find a fitting way to honor such a legend of the club, perhaps by keeping the #14 our of circulation for a while or even having every subsequent captain wear it. No matter what It was just a joy to watch his whole career.
We all love you Joel your a great player and a great man
What an absolute legend
4 premierships
Premiership captain
Runner up in Brownlow medal
Longest serving captain
Should have won a norm smith in the grand final but above all a champion bloke. Thank you legend
Thank you Joel for everything you have done for the club
What a beautiful man, it was the right time.
Our little boy loves Joel and has his number on his Guernsey ❤
That Press Conference pretty much sums up Joel Selwood.
Thank you for EVERYTHING Joel! 👏
Bye, Skip. What a legend.
Thanks Selly, an absolute legend on and off the field. We'll miss you mate but I'm sure you'll do many more amazing things!
oh man i was at jole Selwood first ever afl game last week i watched him play hes last
Thanks, Joel Selwood all the best you were a great person on and off the field, and if it wasn't for you we wouldn't be where we are today so thanks Joel.
Your the king of the Geelong Cats Joel love ya mate 😉
Genuine legend. An absolute privilege to have been a fan for the entirety of Joel's incredible career.
So much respect for these men in front of us. Particularly Joel. Absolute legend, of the game and in society, what he stands for, Caring, putting others first. Being selfless. Beautiful to see.
A massive loss to the game, but have to be grateful for what Joel gave to the game, and to the Cats. If only what Joel is could be bottled.
Joel you already have lived a life well lived, and earnt the bright, fun, happy future you have in front of you. Loving wife, first child on the way. All the very best to you, your family and the poor Cats who have to go on without you, but what a blessing having you behind them is going forward. Thank you for entertaining us Joel.
Love from an ever hopeful Freo supporter in Bunbury 💜⚓🙏🏼🏆
Champion player and champion bloke. Best wishes mate and God bless you and your family.
Thanks, Skip. It's been a joy watching you.
Not many from opposing teams liked this guy a great deal, because of dubious free kick technique. But GF day his actions and his character became obvious to all, before during and after the game. A true great of our sport. Much respect from a North supporter.
Too anchious to tackle him. All players play for free kicks, in the back falling forward, dropping the knees, driving their head into opponents mid section. The fact is, when you are always, in the thick of it, in and under, contested and gritty, and you are annoyingly good at what you do, you will be taken high all the time. Technique or not, no player has had their head nearly ripped off as often as Joel. I never use the word legend, as it's a gross overstatement, but in Joel's case it's utterly fitting.
No words. He has given so much, and still wants nothing for his own glory. A genuine all time legend of the game. I feel so lucky to have been able to watch his entire career.
I'm sad, devastated really. But I am so happy for him too.
I don't think I have ever felt so sad, yet so grateful in relation to footy. Joel, you are truly a leader and we thank you for everything you have given us; including another premiership.
Definitely had a cry watching this joel you are a inspiration to everyone your a hero an idol and a man that will always be forever cherished in the geelong club I wish you all the best and thank you for everything you do and have done
Thank you Joel for the years you gave to our beloved footy club. Inspirational from start to the end. A statue outside GMHBA needs to be erected now. Thank you for the moments you gave and the leadership you show right throughout it all enjoy your retirement champ 🔵⚪🔵⚪ 🏆
Seems like he's just a genuinely good human being, which are rare finds these days.
THANK YOU JOEL
Great captain Great person I'm sure he will be a great asset to any profession good luck Joel and well done.
THANK U FOR EVERYTHING JOEL
" what we do in life , echoes in eternity ".... what a huge echo you have produced 👏... champion 🏆. I hope no one will ever wear the #14 ... cause no one can ever do it justice again.
You will forever be imbedded in the Geelong Footy Club. You will forever be remembered within the AFL.
You're a bloody legend Well Done Joel
I’m an eagles fan and you are a star what a goat u will be missed
Couldn’t have went out on a better note, hopefully sticks around and gets a coaching role of some sort. All the best to him, a true Geelong great 👏
THANK YOU JOEL 😊 😓
First & only Geelong player to make the 4 Premiership club, playing solely for the Cats....That club now comprises 68 names, including Isaac Smith's.....Most finals ever @40...2nd in finals wins @22...1st in finals losses @18.
So many wins
Best captain in our history of the Geelong football club and the VFL and Afl never will be a captain better then him and such a warrior fingers crossed so he can get a coaching role
Create a Joel Selwood medal in the AFL to give to the best Captain each season. This man is the perfect role model on and off the field.
Wow, a must watch
The best we've ever had in our club. We've been fortunate to have some legendary players of our great game play in the hoops, but no player has done so much both on and off the field for the club and community.
Great decision from a True Champion !
Congrats Joel! Legend of the game
We’re gonna miss you ❤
I like to thank Steve Hocking for Changing the rules so Geelong can finally win a premiership
He’s a class act
Good job Joel.
JOELong, make it happen
GOAT
You will be missed 💙⚪️💙 🫡
Thanks Skip….!
Cats, if you weren't throwing the chequebook at him before, please do it now
Does he want a coaching job at Essendon for next year
YOu left a lot of potential captaiins and that says it all....
Retire number 14
🙂
Nooooooo
Do a Tom Brady, come back next yr for 1 more season
#retire14
Your leadership qualities are iconic.
I take it into my work and everyday life 💙🤍💙🤍
Thank you joel!
Your an incredible man and role model.
💙🤍💙🤍