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Primus gets the nod

Posted by: Luca Gonano for 3AW.com.au | 9 September, 2010 - 1:26 PM

Matthew Primus is Port Adelaide's new coach.

Former ruckman Primus, 35, signed a three year deal. He was caretaker coach for the last seven rounds of the 2010 home and away season, with a 5-2 record.

Primus is a dual All-Australian and captained Port Adelaide for five seasons from 2001 - 2005. He played 157 games between 1996 and 2005 (20 with Fitzroy in 1996).

“It has been a dream of mine to one day coach this great club. I am thrilled and would like to sincerely thank the club for the opportunity,” Primus said.

“I would also like to thank our members and supporters, who have backed me not just over the last few weeks but throughout my playing career. Their support has been exceptional.

“I believe we have a really exciting playing list and there are so many exciting things happening off-field too, it’s just a great time to get this opportunity and I look forward to taking it with both hands.”

Primus was chosen after a two-month selection process overseen by a panel of six.

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