Star GIANT Toby Greene has capped off another standout individual season with his third selection in the All Australian team, named as captain for the first time.
The 29-year-old, who was elevated to standalone GIANTS captain for the first time this year, has been named in the forward line of the 2023 All Australian team.
Greene was also awarded the highest accolade at the 2023 AFL Awards, selected as captain of the 22-man side.
Greene has had a career-best season in terms of goals kicked, slotting 60 goals across the home and away season to finish fourth in the Coleman Medal from 21 games.
The inspirational skipper also ranked elite in disposals (17.9 per game) and marks (4.5) to firmly establish himself as one of the competition’s very best.
This is the third time he’s made the All Australian team, adding to selections in 2016 and 2021.
Coach Adam Kingsley praised Greene for his outstanding season.
“I’ve only had the privilege of working with Toby for the past 10 months, but it’s no surprise that he’s been rewarded with these honours,” he said.
“What he’s been able to do on-field this season has been extraordinary. He’s one of the toughest matchups in the game, who constantly stands up in the big moments.
“I’ve loved being able to watch first-hand the way he trains and prepares, he’s one of the most diligent and hard-working players I’ve ever seen, and we see that come to the fore each and every week on the field.
“We made the decision to appoint him as sole captain this year and he’s done a superb job, with the assistance of our vice-captains Stephen Coniglio and Josh Kelly who have each had outstanding seasons too.
“I’ve loved watching how much time Toby spends with the younger players at our club, who are so keen to learn off one of the best in the game.
“We’re very proud of the person and player Toby is and we’re so fortunate to have him leading our football club.”
Greene will lead the GIANTS in their elimination final against St Kilda at the MCG on Saturday, September 9.
