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13 Adem Yze

 
Details
Number13
Height187cm
Weight85kg
DOB21-09-1977
Debut1995 - Rd 3
GamesGoals
2010020100
Career271Career234
Dreamteam Points
20100Go to Dream Team
With a cheer that resounded around the ground whenever he wove his magic – ‘Ooozzzeee’ – Adem Yze, the boy from Shepparton who played the game in board shorts, was an unforgettable character for over a decade at the Melbourne Football Club.

Debuting in 1995, Yze came equipped with a powerful left foot kick, sure hands and silky skills. He was Best First Year Player in 1995, and despite suffering the second year blues in 1996, went on to rapidly prove his versatility. In 1998, being named as the Most Improved Player and finishing second in the Best and Fairest, Yze, it was said ‘Improved tremendously and responded to the faith placed in him by becoming a very creative, rebounding half-back with the capacity to move onto the wing when required.’

It was believed at this stage that there was much improvement still in Yze, then aged just 21, and with 72 games under his belt. In 2000, Yze was selected for Victoria, played in the Australia vs Ireland game just weeks after the Grand Final, and finished third in the Best and Fairest.

In 2001, Yze was a star in the midfield, and won the Best and Fairest, over 100 votes ahead of captain David Neitz in second place. He had the most kicks in the AFL in 2001, and was in the leading batch for inside 50s, long kicks and rebound 50s.

All Australian in 2002, Yze kept playing, week in, week out, season in, season out. In 2006, he reached his 250 game milestone. Round Two, 2007, was the end of an amazing run of 226 consecutive games, giving tangible tribute to his longevity and stamina. Yze finished his career at the end of 2008 with 271 games to his credit, and in the seasons that followed, made a welcome return to Shepparton, coming full circle in the game.

At a Glance

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  • Debut: 1995 - Rd 3
  • Recruited from: Shepparton United/Murray U18
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News

Yze doesn't like his chances

Adem Yze doesn't expect to get picked up by another AFL clubMonday, September 01, 2008 - 8:11AM

Bailey picks youth, draft over trade

Melbourne coach Dean Bailey has made it clear that the club will keep its selections in this year's draftThursday, August 28, 2008 - 4:54PM

Oozing class

Adem Yze's consistency and silky talent makes him one of the greatest DemonsThursday, August 28, 2008 - 9:11AM

Bailey praises resolve of Yze, White

Melbourne coach Dean Bailey says delisting veterans Adem Yze and Jeff White was a tough decisionTuesday, August 26, 2008 - 4:01PM

I've given my all to the Dees: Yze

Adem Yze's interview concludes with reflections on his football highs and future in the game Thursday, July 17, 2008 - 1:43PM

Video

Rd 22: White and Yze Press Conference

Melbourne Club Champions Adem Yze and Jeff White announced today that they will both play their final games for MELBOURNEfc this SundayTuesday, August 26, 2008 - 4:04PM

Yze knocks up 200

The game’s most prolific kickwinner, Adem Yze reaches 200 gamesWednesday, June 16, 2004 - 4:41PM

Belief the key: Yze

Adem Yze said the Dees were always confident despite trailing by 5 goalsTuesday, June 15, 2004 - 9:37AM

Adem Yze post-match interview, Rd 2, Melb v Port

Adem Yze chats to AFL.com.au about the clubs second victory of the season over Port Adelaide.Sunday, April 07, 2002 - 8:28PM

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