There are decisions that prove so fortuitous it is easy to imagine God giving the beneficiary of that good fortune the nudge needed to make it happen.
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A case in point: Mark Ewington.
When the 48-year-old came out of retirement at the back end of the 2016 season, he had never won a premiership. On Saturday at Wolseley Oval, he will vie for his third premiership in four years.
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"To have two [premierships] and maybe a third one ... Yeah, it's unreal," he said.
"They're a great bunch of blokes to be around," he also said. "And, yeah, why wouldn't ya wanna get out of retirement to be around it."
Adding to the fortuitous nature of Ewington's second coming as a footballer is the chance to share it with his daughter, Laura, in a way he had never thought possible prior to this season.
Laura is a member of the Bulldogs' women, who finished minor premiers - like the Bulldogs men - in their debut season and play the Swans in the grand final at Wolseley Oval on Saturday.
"Both of us being there is a huge achievement, especially for the girls," Ewington said. "If we both win, I'm sure it will bring a tear to the eye."
"I thought Laura would go well in the game," the full forward added. "But the way she has picked it up and improved week after week is unbelievable."
Her teammates, he continued, "are as dedicated and committed to the game as she is".
Ewington kicked 26 goals in the regular season - fourth best in the comp. He is unsure if he will play next season, but feels good.
