Dan McStay contract extension: Brisbane Lions forward signs new deal

Tom Naghten

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Brisbane have signed key forward Dan McStay to a three-year contract extension, keeping him at the club until at least the end of 2022.

Playing every game so far this season, McStay has become an important part of the Lions side that are pushing for a top-four place.

The 24-year-old, who was selected with pick 25 in the 2013 draft, has played 96 games, kicking 70 goals.

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Speaking to the club website, McStay said putting pen to paper was a no-brainer.

"I'm really confident of where the future of this team is going," McStay said. 

"It was an easy decision in the end."

Plenty of key Lions have already signed new deals so far this season, with McStay saying there was a good feeling at the club at the moment.

"For me, it’s all the other guys signing on and seeing that they are invested in our future," he said. 

"I think the big thing for us is that we’re like a family."

Brisbane footy manager David Noble lauded McStay contribution to the club.

"We have enjoyed watching him deliver strong, consistent performances in the forward line. He is tough at the contest and a strong mark," Noble said.

"Dan has also established himself as an emerging leader within our group and is highly respected by all. 

"We are thrilled to have him for at least another three years."

Tom Naghten

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Tom Naghten is a senior editor at The Sporting News Australia where he's been part of the team since 2017. He predominantly covers boxing and MMA. In his spare time, he likes to watch Robbie Ahmat's goal against the Kangaroos at the SCG in 2000.