Rock-blogger buddies, how are you?

It’s been a while since we spoke, and a LOT has happened since then. Where do I begin? Well, let’s start with my holiday! I’ve been away, flying all over the world visiting relatives in some awesome places.

I was out of action for a while, and away from a phone, and then one day I check back in on things and find that Sam Mitchell is now an Eagle! Best early birthday present ever!

I can’t wait for Sam to pull the jumper on and join our midfield. He’s been a favourite player of mine for ages and ages, and he’s going to be such a huge help to our midfield. It’s not often that you get to add a great of the game to your team, especially one who’s won four premierships, so I’m sure the other guys on the team will be as giddy as I am.

How have you been? School is coming to an end for the year, so hopefully you’re making plans for your summer break. I know I’ll be down at the beach most days, lying on the sand with plenty of sunscreen on. If you catch me down at Cottesloe or Trigg, make sure you give me a wave or a high five!

Before I go, I’ve got my annual birthday party coming up in December. Thanks to all of my junior buddies who said they wanted to come along. Places filled up quicker than it takes to say “Josh Kennedy is my favourite Eagle”. I can’t wait to see you all and find out how everything is going.

Anyway, I’ve got to head off. Our young players came to training for the first day of preseason, so I’ve got to get down and make sure they’re fit and firing, ready for a huge season in 2017.

Until then, it’s Rick the Rock, over and out!