Bickley back at Crows
17/09/2008 9:18 PM
Adelaide has appointed dual premiership captain Mark Bickley as an assistant coach for the next two years.
Bickley played 272 AFL games for the Crows from 1991 to 2003, captained the club from 1997-2000 and was a three-time winner of the Best Team Man award.
The 39-year-old will finish his employment with Channel 9 at the end of his contract in November.
"I have really enjoyed my time at Channel 9, however I have decided that football is my passion and I want to be involved at the highest level and fortunately for me I am able to return to my Club to pursue that passion," he said.
Coach Neil Craig was happy with the appointment and is looking forward to working with him next year.
"Mark's wealth of experience and football knowledge, coupled with his qualities as a person, will be a great asset to the Club. Mark has played in the midfield and in defence and this gives the Club great flexibility in the coaching roles," Craig said.