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Brian Taylor - My childhood hero during his Collingwood days back in the 80s🔥

When I was about 10 years old, one of my football heroes came to speak at my primary school.
I grew up a huge Collingwood supporter. My dad used to take me to games and I’d make big banners with my favourite player’s name on them. That player was Brian Taylor.
So when he came to our school I was beside myself with excitement. I wore all my Collingwood gear and couldn’t wait to meet him and hopefully get a photo.
But the moment never happened. I was the little chubby Italian kid standing there hoping to be noticed, and I went home that day feeling pretty invisible.
It’s funny the things that stick with you from childhood.
Now years later I work around sport and athletes through my photography, and it’s reminded me how much a simple moment — a hello, a photo, a few seconds of kindness can mean to a kid who looks up to you.
Athletes probably meet thousands of people and moments blur together, but for kids those moments can stay with them forever.
So this post isn’t about calling anyone out. It’s just a reminder of how powerful those small interactions can be.
And maybe a little part of the 10-year-old me is still hoping for that photo one day. 🏈📸🖤

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