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Des’ story

DES Shelley has umpired across grades, disciplines and districts in a storied 42-year career. 

Tomorrow will be the 700th time the local Cohuna umpire (pictured at Cohuna Football Club) will officiate in a country footy match. 

The official Richmond Football Club Fan of the Century spoke to PETER BANNAN about his relationship with players, how long he intends to keep waving the flags, and one quirky fact: he’s never been to Quambatook.

See Friday’s Guardian (July 10) for the full interview. 

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