Martin’s deal with Dew paying off for Gold Coast
SUNS star Jack Martin and coach Stuart Dew struck a deal at the end of last year that is already paying off for both parties.
Martin’s fair share of highlights in his 83-game career and multiple third-place club championship finishes, playing predominantly as a forward, prove his value.
But fans and coaches have always wanted more.
Dew thought midfield was the place a player of his ability could make the most impact. The deal was if he could get fit enough, he’d play there.
If the first two rounds are a sign of things to come, he is now a midfielder who rests in the attacking 50m and not a forward who could pinch-hit on the ball.
“Jack’s instigated that by his pre-season,” Dew said. “We had a really good chat at the end of last year about what type of player Jack wants to be and how we could help facilitate that – our end of the bargain and his.
“We’re confident we’ve held up ours, and Jack’s certainly held up his with the way he attacked pre-season.”