Gold Coast coach Stuart Dew has revealed Brandon Ellis was in contact with him immediately after winning the 2019 Grand Final with Richmond.
Ellis was one of the Suns’ best in their 79-55 win over Collingwood and Dew revealed he had been looking forward to his first game at the MCG in his new colours for some time.
“Brandon was looking forward to it,” Dew told reporters post-match.
“I remember him texting me actually, from underneath the grandstand after the (2019) Grand Final.
“Talking about that he was looking forward to playing with us at the MCG.”
The midfielder left Richmond on good terms at the end of 2019 having won two flags and Dew spoke about what he’s added to his new club upon arrival.
“He’s high energy, and he’s come from a really good system,” Dew said.
“He understands and he appreciates AFL footy. He’s a giver, to people on and off the field and within his own family and his network.
“That kind of character trait for us is a hard worker that drives the group.
“He energises us as coaches as well and challenges us really well.
“We love having him at the Gold Coast Suns, he’s loving his time and he’s an advocate for us as we are likewise.”
Ellis had one of his career best games against Collingwood with 35 disposals and a goal and will look to continue his form when the Suns host St Kilda at Metricon Stadium next Saturday.