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From a Snake to a Cougar, Dane Roy’s journey

By VAFA Media · September 3, 2020
From a Snake to a Cougar, Dane Roy’s journey

“He’s given it everything he’s got, ladies & gentlemen. It’s a MONSTER!”

Former Richmond Central big man, Dane Roy, has experienced a whirlwind five years since launching a 73m barrel on AFL Grand Final Day in 2015.

Roy, who played 34 senior games for the Snakes from 2014-15, changed his life when he won the longest kick competition and subsequently a $250,000 American Football scholarship to the University of Houston.

Roy recently shared his incredible story on the Taking A Punt Podcast from the day itself, to working with renowned punting coach Nathan Chapman and ultimately ending up at the Houston Cougars.

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“He’s given it everything he’s got, ladies & gentlemen. It’s a MONSTER!”

The kick that changed @dRoy‘s life.

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— Sportscaster Media (@SportscastMedia) August 30, 2020


Picture: Chris Eastman – Herald Sun

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A possible September preview was upon us when Ormond defeated Old Peninsula by 4 points in a thriller at Harry MacDonald Oval. There was a lot riding on this game

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