Richmond star Shai Bolton has signed a five-year contract extension with the club.
One of the breakout stars of the 2022 season, the 24-year-old has recommitted until the end of 2028.
A dual premiership player, Bolton earned All-Australian honours last season, kicking 43.41 and averaging 18 disposals per game.
Word on the street is… Shai’s here to stay 🎨
— Richmond FC 🐯 (@Richmond_FC) December 20, 2022
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“I have loved the club since I got drafted. I love the culture here, all the boys, the coaching staff and playing at the MCG,” he told the club’s website.
“It was pretty easy to decide in the end… I am super excited to stay here.”
He was already contracted to the club until the end of 2023.
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