Premiership player Clay Smith has signed a one-year contract extension to become the second player this week to re-commit to the Club.



Recovering from a third knee reconstruction, Smith played 13 consecutive in 2016, culminating in a premiership medallion.



Smith played an integral role in the Club’s final series, kicking 11 goals in four games, including a best-a-field display in the Preliminary Final (26 disposals, four goals).



“Clay is a heart and soul player, and has proven to be one of the most resilient young men we have seen in football,” List Manager Jason McCartney said.



“For him to get back, year after year, and then play the pivotal role he played in this finals series is just testament to him.”



“He is a great story, and we look forward to that continuing in the coming years.”



The midfielder turned forward said he couldn’t think of a better time to be playing football, and in particular in the red, white and blue.



“To be a premiership player with a great bunch of people, and then sign an extension, I can’t think of a more happier time in football,” Smith said.



“My challenges have been well-documented, but it makes it all worthwhile when get to experience what we have over the past few weeks. I’m just rapt.”



Smith was selected with pick 17 in the 2011 National Draft and has played 47 senior games.