Albury's Charlie Spargo helps Melbourne break premiership drought

Albury-born Charlie helped Melbourne break their 57-year flag drought in the Demons' 74-point win against Western Bulldogs at Perth's Optus Stadium on Saturday.

His grandfather Bob was watching the game from his Gold Coast home, but still felt all of the excitement when the 21-year-old small forward kicked a goal in the first quarter.

"That was very good," Bob said

"I sent him a text and said I'm very proud of you Charlie, and Kate and Paul (his parents) are very proud too."

Spargo finished the game with seven disposals, four kicks and three handballs during the Demons' demolition of the Dogs.

Bob reached the 1961 grand final with Footscray against Hawthorn, but he said Charlie becomes the first Spargo to claim a flag at the highest level.

Bob Sr, Bob Jr, and his brother Ricky all played senior football for Footscray, while Charlie's father Paul spent most of his AFL career with North Melbourne.

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Spargo suffered a slight scare in the lead up to the decider after jarring his ankle during a training session a week out from the Grand Final, however all concerns were laid to rest.

Yarrawonga's James Jordan also claimed a premiership medallion after being picked in the side as the medical sub.

James was selected by the Demons at pick number 33 during the 2018 AFL Draft, after impressing with the Oakleigh Chargers.

The border was also represented by Wahgunyah's Taylor Duryea, who lined-up in his third AFL grand final.

He claimed two premiership with Hawthorn before joining the Bulldogs in 2019.

Last month the experienced defender recommitted to the Western Bulldogs for another season.

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