The Red & Black Project

One of Essendon's most popular players of all-time, Leon Baker will forever be remembered for his two sensational last-quarter goals in the 1984 Grand Final, which helped the Bombers to break a 19-year premiership drought. He was a star again the following year, when Essendon went back-to-back in dominant fashion with a 78-point win over Hawthorn. Baker played 86 games and kicked 70 goals in the No. 4 guernsey, was twice runner-up in the Crichton Medal, All-Australian, and represented Western Australia in State of Origin footy (despite being born and raised in country Victoria). Before joining the Bombers, Baker had starred with WA club Swan Districts, where he was later named in the club's Team of the Century. Baker's brief but magical career at Windy Hill was recognised in 2002, when he was selected at No. 40 in the top 60 'Champions of Essendon'.
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Go Bombers!

As football manager from 1997-2002, Matthew Drain played a vital role in the running of the Essendon Football Club during its most recent premiership era. Whether sitting alongside Kevin Sheedy in the coach's box, running messages during games, or dealing with any off-field issues, Drain experienced everything during his time in football, which included stints with the West Coast Eagles, Sydney Swans, the Western Bulldogs, St Kilda and Port Adelaide. Here, he shares some fascinating insights into the mighty Bombers and their people during the late 1990s and early 2000s.
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Go Bombers!

In the second episode of my two-part chat with legendary recruiter, Noel Judkins, he explains some of the key draft moves that helped set Essendon up for two more premierships in 1993 and 2000. Judkins also reveals why he left the Bombers in 1997, his key role in helping rebuild a battling Collingwood, and he shares his views on the current recruiting team at The Hangar.
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Go Bombers!

In part one of this extended two-part special with legendary recruiter, Noel Judkins, we discuss Noel's arrival at Windy Hill and his early years working alongside Kevin Sheedy as the Bombers built towards the 1984-85 premierships.
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Go Bombers!

Hear from Bomber #783, Ken Roberts, as he recalls his time at Windy Hill during the 1970s. A tough, versatile player, Roberts played 100 games and kicked 111 goals between 1970-77, where under four coaches he played at half-forward, full-forward and in the middle, proving a standout in each position. And he was right there amongst the action during the infamous Windy Hill Brawl, too! He also played 12 games for Melbourne (1978-79). 
This episode of The Red & Black Project Podcast is proudly brought to you by the Essendonians, the Essendon Past Players & Officials Association, and daneddybooks.com.