The emotional scenes at Optus Stadium will live long in the memory for the 50,117 fans who witnessed Josh Kennedy's farewell performance. 

For the 271st and final time, the champion full-forward suited up in blue and gold and delivered a stunning eight-goal haul. 

Behind the scenes, West Coast Media's Jessica Bowles captured the day in some poignant images of Kennedy's last match as an Eagle. 

One last time: Kennedy's guernsey and JK warm-up top
The great man arrives
Always a fan favourite
Lottie and Sage Kennedy wait for their dad
A hero's welcome at Optus Stadium
The half-time address
Taking the field for the third quarter. Last, as always.
End of an era
Hardly any fans left before their chance to farewell a legend
Kennedy, wife Lauren and their daughters
Family and friends with the man of the moment post-game in the rooms

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