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Posted by: Ben Wise | 17 August, 2010 - 11:09 AM
Ben Cousins

See below for a replay of how 3AW covered the Ben Cousins media conference as it broadcast live via Twitter (http://twitter.com/3AW693)

Audio Replay - Ben Cousins' media conference uncut

3AW TWEETS:

Ben #Cousins Presser - The full audio replay here for those who missed it: http://bit.ly/9codyM

Ben #Cousins Presser (Damien Hardwick): "It was really hard for us to hear the decision from Ben because he's been playing oustanding footy"

Ben #Cousins Presser: "It was important for me to justify to (Hardwick) my spot on this list. Richmond's been a fantastic influence on me."

Ben #Cousins Presser: "I really enjoy Melbourne. I have a lot of good friends here and I'd like to continue (living) here."

Ben #Cousins Presser (Damien Hardwick): "He showed our guys how to prepapre .. he will be a winner in whatever he does."

Ben #Cousins Presser: "It's hard to replace players of Ben's calibre," says coach Damien Hardwick. "We're better for having Ben here."

Ben #Cousins Presser: "I've got 2 more games to throw myself into and I will cherish those."

Ben #Cousins Presser: "He's my best mate. I am just proud to be able to leave on my own terms it's a complement on what he's done." On dad.
 
Ben #Cousins Presser: "I don't condone some of the things I have done but I can sit pretty comfortable with the way it's panned out."

Ben #Cousins Presser: "Getting back to football helped me heal some open wounds and get some self-worth and credibility back."

Ben #Cousins Presser: "I loved my time at West Coast but it's very insular over there."

Ben #Cousins Presser: "It's brought to attention to me, my family, my football club," says Cousins on drug addiction.

Ben #Cousins Presser: "Down the track there's definitely scope for me to pass on things I have learnt. Time will come 2 give something back"
 
Ben #Cousins Presser: "I am looking forward to exploring a few opportunities business wise."

Ben #Cousins Presser: "I hope to remain in Melbourne."

Ben #Cousins Presser: "Footy's not just a lifestyle it's a way of thinking ... it's in my marrow."

Ben #Cousins Presser: "It's a real positive for me, the footy club and my family," on going out on his own terms.

Ben #Cousins Presser: "Not everyone is reserved right to go out on their own terms and I have had to endure a fair bit the past few years."

Ben #Cousins Presser: "I will remain a close follower of this footy club."

Ben #Cousins Presser: "I'd love to hang on for grime death and play another year but by walking away now I can walk away in positive light."

Ben #Cousins Presser: "I addressed the players today ... I'll miss game day the most. Rocking up in anticipation of the contest."

Ben #Cousins Presser: Cousins thanks supporters from both the Eagles and Tiger. "Made my journey through footy very special."

Ben #Cousins Presser: "John Worsfold walked the Eagles to a premiership ... I am grateful for his friendship."

Ben #Cousins Presser: "I'd like to thank the West Coast Eagles football club .. I started under Mick Malthouse one of best coaches going."

Ben #Cousins Presser: "Getting to this great club I'd like to mention the role Kevin Sheedy and Gerard Healy played."

Ben #Cousins Presser: "There was associated risks with picking me up ... I learnt over the last 14 or 15 year how important family is."

Ben #Cousins Presser: "I'd like to announce my retirement and in doing so I'd like to thank the Richmond Football Club."

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