Ballantyne signs with Peel Thunder

Retired Fremantle Docker Hayden Ballantyne is going back to his roots, signing with the Peel Thunder Football Club for the 2020 season.

The former All-Australian forward played 59 games for the Thunder before being drafted by the Fremantle Dockers in 2008 after winning the Sandover Medal.

Speaking with SportsLine, Ballantyne said "[...Peel] gave me a lot of support coming through the system and helped me get drafted . So it's the easiest thing to give a little bit back and hopefully improve our side into playing finals next year."

Ballantyne is excited about the prospect of playing for Peel in 2020 and is set to play a forward/midfield role.

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