Forever a Crow, Taylor Walker remains the boy from Broken Hill
Taylor Walker arrived at the Adelaide Football Club as a 75-kilogram prospect who had only ever wanted to be a footballer. More than 300 AFL games and 700 goals later, he will retire as a club great.
Born in Broken Hill, young Taylor Walker harbored dreams of becoming a footballer, sporting a room filled with Crows memorabilia. At 75 kilograms, he was a skinny prospect with a passion for the game. After being drafted 19 years ago, Walker's journey became a roller-coaster of growth, leadership and legacy off the field as well as on it.
The final pick in the 2007 draft, he had to wait as Melbourne and Fremantle passed their final selections before Adelaide Crows took a chance on him. Walker's stats tell a compelling story but his true impact lies in his role as a leader and family man. His appointment as captain of West Lakes proved to be a turning point. Despite facing challenges like clashes with coaches, suspension, and a knee injury, Walker persevered, leading the club to its first grand final in 20 years.
His optimism, determination and resilience have earned him numerous accolades, including the club's best captain award. Despite personal setbacks, Walker remains an integral part of the Adelaide Crows, a testament to his spirit and commitment.
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