Livewire forward Tyson Stengle has been rewarded again for his remarkable career resurrection, signing a contract extension with AFL premiers Geelong.
The new deal ties the 24-year-old to the Cats until the end of 2024.
Geelong took a punt on Stengle last year, recruiting the former Adelaide and Richmond forward from the SANFL after he had been axed by the Crows in March 2021 following off-field issues.
The move paid off, with Stengle kicking 53 goals from 25 games and playing an integral role in the Cats' premiership.
He kicked four goals in the grand final thumping of Sydney and was also named in the All-Australian team.
"I'm really enjoying being part of this playing group and I feel really connected to my teammates," Stengle said in a statement.
"Last year was a memorable year for the club and for me personally.
"For the next two years I'm looking forward to working hard to keep improving and doing myself, my family and the Cats fans proud."
Geelong list manager Andrew Mackie was pleased to lock in Stengle for the next two seasons.
"Tyson has settled in seamlessly and we're really proud of what he was able to achieve in 2022," Mackie said.
"Tyson works hard on his craft, is eager to keep improving and is a team player.
"He is very much a leader on the field amongst our forward group and has become an important part of our club."
