By NATALIE GALLENTI-BREKALO
THE Western Bulldogs will descend onto the City of Melton next week in a bid to gather membership support and thank their most loyal fans.
The likes of young gun Mitch Wallis and up and comers Lin Jong and Jack Macrae will be just some of the popular doggies to hit the streets of Melton next Tuesday and Wednesday.
Wallis told Star the Bulldogs players are looking forward to hosting various clinics in schools across Melton, while they will also be spending time at the Bacchus Marsh Hospital.
The talented midfielder said it is important for the club to take the opportunity to thank their supporters.
“It will be our first time in Melton and it is a great opportunity to mix it with the people of the West,” Wallis said.
“It’s very important to meet the people that barrack for the Bulldogs … especially in areas like Melton that are rapidly growing and to spread our brand and thank them for their support.”
The son of former Bulldogs champion Stephen Wallis assured fans that the team was on track to make good progress this season and was looking forward to its first game on 19 February against St Kilda.
“We have a very optimistic outlook … and can’t wait to start the season. We set the foundation (last year) and now we’re building.
“We’ve got a great young list.”
The club will host a superclinic on Tuesday, 4 February from 4.15pm to 6pm at Blackwood Driver Reserve in Melton and another at Fitzroy St, Darley. There will also be a coaches forum at Tabcorp Park on the same day from 7pm. And fans can rub shoulders with the players at an instore visit at Australia Post, High St, Melton, on Wednesday 5 February, from 2pm to 3pm.
