COMEBACK KID: Michael Walters is hoping strong form for Swan Districts in the WAFL can lead to an AFL recall. Picture: Richard Polden Source: PerthNow
FREMANTLE forward Michael Walters has learned much about life since he was exiled from the Dockers at the start of the year.
The death of his grandfather and the birth of his first child demanded his attention as he battled to drop weight and regain the belief of his AFL club.
Having manoeuvred his way through a difficult few months, Walters says the break from the AFL scene has renewed his appetite.
“It’s exciting, the break’s been tough but I’ve learned a lot,” he said.
“We had our first baby in the break and my grandfather passed away.
“In a way it was good to go back to WAFL level so I can spend time with my family but at the same time it gave
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