While his overall story is one of revolutionising the role of small forward, Aaron Davey’s time in the game is one of many amazing moments, all adding up to a remarkable career.  Below we share a variety of these with you:

The Rising Star.  With his path to the AFL far from smooth, detouring via Port Melbourne, the rookie list and financial backing from Melbourne supporters, Davey got off to a stellar beginning once he arrived. While teammate Jared Rivers came through to win the award in 2004, Davey was the first Rising Star nominee of the season.



Keeping them guessing.  There was a reason Davey gained the nickname ‘Flash’, and this is visual evidence of it, vintage 2005.  Fremantle’s James Walker is left marooned, while a fleet footed ‘Flash’ puts his speed and agility into action.



Gaining recognition.  Davey was a dual international representative – this was the first occasion.  Seen here with Australian teammates Shannon Grant and Ryan O’Keefe, the trio is celebrating a first up win over Ireland at Subiaco in 2005.



Taking it to the streets.  When the Commonwealth Games came to Melbourne in 2006, all hearts beat true.  With David Neitz and Ron Barassi walking on the Yarra, Davey added another special ingredient when he carried the torch for a stage between Port Melbourne and Brighton.



Flash the favourite.  When Melbourne defeated Essendon in June 2006, Davey was in the thick of the action.  Here, he shares victory happiness in the style that has endeared him to supporters throughout a decade in the game.



Flying high.  Davey could run, twist, kick, inspire - and mark.  Joel Bowden of Richmond takes on the role of stepladder to a ‘Flash grab’ in the middle of 2006, highlighting a three goal win over the Tigers in a Friday night classic.



Some things never change.  Tilted against the air, caught in Robert Flower-like motion, Davey kept opponents constantly guessing with his fierce desire and ability to outmanoeuvre.  On this occasion in 2007, the Dockers’ Roger Hayden was the opposition player left lagging behind.



For Jim.  Against the season’s pattern, Melbourne defeated West Coast in Round 14, 2009.  In the week preceding, Club President Jim Stynes had revealed his battle with cancer.  James McDonald and Davey carried all hopes and Stynes’ first Melbourne guernsey as inspiration for a welcome victory.



Best of all.  In 2009, Davey finished a clear first in the Club’s Best and Fairest, adding the gloss to his 100 game milestone in the same season.  This was complemented by his winning the Heart and Soul Player Award, displaying his all round contribution to the team.



Sharing the joy.  In 2011, Melbourne had an unexpected 96 point win over Adelaide at the MCG.  The delight of Davey and captain Brad Green sums it all up as they return to the rooms, renditions of the ‘Grand Old Flag’ undoubtedly still resounding in the background.



At the heart.  Melbourne’s indigenous players gather at the MCG in 2011 for the launch of Liam Jurrah’s biography, with Davey the veteran and leader of the group, as well as the team as a whole.



Milestone time.  With a stockpile of honours and milestones to his credit, this one was particularly special.  In the last round of 2011, Davey marked his 150^th game.  Accompanied here by daughters Mikayla and Atalia, while carrying son Marley, family has always been a strong thread in Davey’s time in the game.   While not seen here, twins Archie and Isaac, and wife Anna, are also an integral part of his story.



Davey times two.  Aaron’s brother Alwyn has been at Essendon since 2007.  Here, the Davey brothers are at an indigenous All Stars camp, early in 2013.  Later in the year, another Davey would join the playing ranks, when sister Bronwyn played for Melbourne against the Western Bulldogs in the AFL’s first officially sanctioned women’s game.



Standing strong.  Agility and that elusive quality have not been Davey’s only attributes throughout his career.  These are accompanied by the determination seen here on display in Round 17 this year.  Celebrating one of his two goals against Brisbane in a TIO Stadium tussle, Davey showed – as he has since 2004 – another example of his dedication and tenacity, in good times and bad alike, and against all opposition.