From East Fremantle Oval to the colosseum of the MCG to the biggest sporting stage of them all Cometti’s brilliance took him not just around Australia but across the world.
On the eve of a new season, the AFL lost one of its greatest champions as close friend, Bruce McAvaney, led a fitting tribute to farewell Dennis Cometti.
Former West Coast captain Oscar Allen will begin his quest for a maiden flag with his new side on Saturday, with the reigning premier Lions confirming he will debut alongside a West Australian youngster.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese praised Dennis Cometti as ‘a true original’ as he went through some of his favourite lines from the legendary WA commentator during Federal Parliament’s Question Time.
Bruce McAvaney says he’s ‘lost something truly precious’ with the passing of Dennis Cometti, praising his great mate as ‘the benchmark’ for Australian sports broadcasters.