This week we celebrated our captain Brad Johnson who made history by reaching yet another milestone, this time 350 AFL games.
Becoming only the 11th person in history to reach this feat Johnno also extends the Club record from 342 which he set last year.

It seems it’s unanimous the ‘Smiling Assasin’ as he is known to many is the “genuine article”, “a great role model” and a “true champion of the game.” We even had supporters from other clubs writing in with their regards.

Thank you for all of your comments, they will be passed on to Johnno. We hope they will give the skip and his team the support they need to secure victory this weekend.

Remember that www.westernbulldogs.com.au hopes to bring you more chances to interact with the club and have 'your say'. But don't forget we are now on Facebook and Twitter, so you can connect in all ways possible.

Go Doggies!

gordon orchard - 2:53 PM Wednesday, 31 March 2010
congratulations brad you are true role model for any young person to follow in sport of any kind.the best ambassador the A.F.L.has for av true and honest person on and off the field .you deserve the flag with the dogs this season .go dogs 2010

Julie Bennett - 8:01 AM Wednesday, 31 March 2010
Congratulations Johnno. You are a great inspiration to the players, club and community. You deserve a premiership! As does my mum who is now 83 and still hangs out for one. She lived in Tas when the 56 grand final was played. Go Dogs, Good Luck
Julie Bennett

Edward H - 1:10 AM Wednesday, 31 March 2010
Brad - put simply you are the genuine article (smiling assassin indeed) - it has been a pleasure to watch you play and develop over the years.
It is irrelevant in these circumstances which team you follow because we are celebrating the man and his achievements and that sportsmanship runs across all club boundries.
congratulations on all so far and the best into the future.
cheers - well done..edward.

Mary & Terry Weiland - 9:41 PM Tuesday, 30 March 2010
Congratulations Brad on your amazing achievement of playing 350 games. You are an ornament to the game on and off the field. Watching you play each week brings so much pleasure to our family. Hopefully your next major achievement will be the ultimate prize shared with all your team mates!

Coen - 9:33 PM Tuesday, 30 March 2010
Keep smiling Johno, Go Dogs!!!!!!!!!!

Lyndsae Carden - 9:19 PM Tuesday, 30 March 2010
Congratulations Brad! Here's hoping you have something else to celebrate come September! (don't we all)

Kerry - 9:06 PM Tuesday, 30 March 2010
Congrats Johno. It's been fantastic watching you play all these years. What a massive effort - 350 games. Here's to lots more. Good luck for the season!

Nikki Shields - 8:55 PM Tuesday, 30 March 2010
Congratulations Johnno, You are a true champion of the western bulldogs, and will forever be a part of the teams history. 350 games is a fantastic achievement and only the start of whats to come this year.. GO DOGS LOVE YOU ALL -- XX00 --

John Grivas - 8:38 PM Tuesday, 30 March 2010
Well done Brad. Thanks for being such a great sport and an awesome role model for footballers and us all!
Cheers
Johnny

kellie hunter - 7:26 PM Tuesday, 30 March 2010
congrats johnno, spewing you didn't get to celebrate in style, but I know there are bigger things to come for you xxx love always kellie

Lorraine Wilborg - 7:15 PM Tuesday, 30 March 2010
Congratulations Brad on this magnificent achievement. I've watched you grow since you were at St Peters and participated in Little Aths and Hoppers Crossing Football with my son. Through your Mum I've maintained a "family" feeling and I'm so proud of you and what you represent. You are a true champion and role model to the up and coming players, and children everywhere. Keep playing as long as you can - you've got more left in your legs. Best wishes, Lorraine Wilborg

Deano - 6:37 PM Tuesday, 30 March 2010
Well done Johnno, congratulations on a brilliant career so far mate.

trish tatterson - 6:25 PM Tuesday, 30 March 2010
Brad you are a true champion and gentleman of the game. Congratulations on your historic effort. Good luck to you and the other mighty bulldogs THIS IS OUR YEAR. 'GO DOGGIES'

amanda white - 5:33 PM Tuesday, 30 March 2010
congratulations Brad, you are a legend to all who support the western bulldogs xx ♥♥

brodie - 4:51 PM Tuesday, 30 March 2010
i think a premiership is just around the corner for us...and you captaining it would make you EVEN more of a legend

brodie - 4:49 PM Tuesday, 30 March 2010
congratulations johno...a legend of afl...let see you captain a premiership...

BRIAN WILSON - 4:24 PM Tuesday, 30 March 2010
G,day Brad Congratulations!, Youve been a champ for 350 and youll be a champ to your fans forever.We know you'd give up that record for the cup,but lets hope you get both!
Thanks Brian Wilson and family 'Go Dogs'

Joel - 4:14 PM Tuesday, 30 March 2010
Congratulations Johnno, you are my favourite player and have been for years. Terrific effort reaching 350. Good Luck for the season and the rest of the boys.
GO DOGS!!!

marissa clayton - 3:41 PM Tuesday, 30 March 2010
I wanted to congratulate our wonderful captain on his 350th game and thank you brad for playing for the Western Bulldogs.
Many more games. Good luck Brad i love you. Go Dogs.

Jeremy - 3:16 PM Tuesday, 30 March 2010
Congratulations Brad Johnson on 350 games. It is a fantastic achievement. He is a great all round guy. As a Bulldogs supporter im looking forward to season 2010 despite our loss against Collingwood. Hoepfully by the end of the season I will see Brad Johnson lift the premiership cup and claim our 2nd premiership in the history of the football club. Go Bulldogs

TimDion - 3:10 PM Tuesday, 30 March 2010
Well done Brad your a Great Team Man with a Big Heart ....We love you for all the greatness you have brought to the Bulldogs and the game!!

Lola - 2:24 PM Tuesday, 30 March 2010
Congratulations Johnno, what an achievement,,,next stop 400 !!!!
An absolute inspiration, and an absolute gentleman !! 2010 is our year, and nothing can stop us...with you at the helm, it will happen !!!

Cam - 2:15 PM Tuesday, 30 March 2010
Great effort johnno on 350. I was rapt to see you out there on Sunday, you are a credit to yourself and your team mates. Being a bulldog supporter your whole life make this even more special. We are living your dream with you. 2010 is the year for us Bulldogs, so lets bring home the chocolates together.

kevin baldwin - 2:07 PM Tuesday, 30 March 2010
congratulations johnno it seamed like yesterday we brought the 300 tee at the footy do us all a favor keep yourself well enough to get 400 i have faith in you i beleave you can do it.....P.S play well and stay safe

Kay kellermann - 1:49 PM Tuesday, 30 March 2010
Congratulations Brad,
You make me proud to be a Bulldog supporter. I hope you live your dream in September and take us into the Grand Final.
Take Care,
Kay

Debbie - 1:48 PM Tuesday, 30 March 2010
Congratulations Johnno on your 350th game.
You are a true gentleman and a terrific role model. You have given so much to the club and football in general and you are loved by Bulldog fans and admired by the football public and heirarchy. Keep up the good work Johnno lets hope we can give you a premiership this year. GO DOGS 2010!!!

Bruce Allen - 1:26 PM Tuesday, 30 March 2010
Congratulations. I hope to be sending a similar message for game 400, which would be the GF in 2011 wouldn't it?

Geoff - 1:22 PM Tuesday, 30 March 2010
Congratulations, Johnno.
You are an inspiration to all Bulldog fans. I am very proud to be a Bulldogs fam and member knowing you are the captain of our awesome team. Hope we can win the big one this year for you!!!!!

Brad Graeber - 12:49 PM Tuesday, 30 March 2010
Gday Johnno,
Congratz on reaching 350 AFL games. Terrific effort. And now, its time to reach 400 games haha. Like some of the other members have mentioned, we are proud to call you our captain. And we all love how you go about your footy.
Great effort Johnno! Bring home that premiership cup in 2010! GO DOGS!

Wendy Clifford - 12:46 PM Tuesday, 30 March 2010
Johnno, you are an inspiration, not only to your team mates and supporters but to young kids who look to the likes of you as a role model. Gentlemanly, talented and a terrific leader, I'd love to see you take the Dogs to a premiership. Congratulations on your achievement to date. And, please, keep those smiles coming.

Ruth McCarthy - 12:36 PM Tuesday, 30 March 2010
Congrats Johnno your a great inspiration,loyal and have done fantastic service to the club and a great role model. Good luck Ruth

Gabbi - 11:34 AM Tuesday, 30 March 2010
350 games and still smiling! Congratulations been watching you run the ground since before i can remember. Great to see you still doing us Proud!

Jodie Farrell - 11:25 AM Tuesday, 30 March 2010
Congrats Johnno on your milestone game of 350!! You are an absolute legend and you always speak with pride and passion about the red, white & blue!! My daughter was born 3 years ago, she is a massive fan and is also wearing the number 6 on her jumper!! We love you Johnno!! Go Dogs!!

Joe - 11:18 AM Tuesday, 30 March 2010
Well done on your career so far Johnno.

Keely A - 11:08 AM Tuesday, 30 March 2010
Congratulations Johnno!!!! You are a champion. I wish you all the best this year with the bulldogs. They are lucky to have someone like you. Keep on smiling and hopefully you win a premiership this year.

judy - 10:55 AM Tuesday, 30 March 2010
Congratulations on your achievements!We are proud to call you our Captain, and admire the way you handle life in the AFL spotlight. Keep smiling and Good Luck!

Beris Connell - 10:39 AM Tuesday, 30 March 2010
Just wanted to let you know how proud I am for you. You live and play in a way that is respected by many. Continue having fun and enjoying yourself, we are all behind you with every up and down.

sherryn vandenbosch - 9:43 AM Tuesday, 30 March 2010
Being a member for a very long time moments like this are gold. Johnno you are a legend and derserve all the acolades that come your way. All we need now is the silverware to complement your wonderful career. GO DOGS

Tim Hughes - 9:38 AM Tuesday, 30 March 2010
Congratulations JONNO!!!! You are a legend. i have grown up with you kicking goals and helping us win matches. I just hope you can add a premiership medal to your trophy cabnet!!!

Maureen Coward - 9:25 AM Tuesday, 30 March 2010
Congratulations Johnno.. what can I say you are a great inspiration to kids and adults alike , well done keep on smiling. Good luck for the rest of 2010.

Barb - 9:06 AM Tuesday, 30 March 2010
Congratualtions Johnno a fantastic achievement. All good wishes for this year and success in your ultimate goal of the flag you are so deserving of.

jenny davenport - 8:21 AM Tuesday, 30 March 2010
congratulations johnno on your 350th great achievement hope you can continue playing the sport you love for a long time

Rob Geisler - 6:27 AM Tuesday, 30 March 2010
Congratulations Johnno we are very proud to have you as the captain of our great club and we are looking forward to a censational year with you and the mighty Dogs this year, I have had the pleasure of watching all our 300 gamers since Teddy play their 300th game live and I was very excited to see you play 350 from the stands, with my wife (ex Collingwood supporter) and my 2 boys (7 & 9) we wish you all the best for the rest of the season. The Geisler family.

Darrell - 4:59 AM Tuesday, 30 March 2010
You're one of the greats of the modern game - and our club. Congratulations Brad on your 350 games.

sandra bennett - 1:21 AM Tuesday, 30 March 2010
Congratulations Brad,Teddy is a legend But your my legend.Love the club and keep smiling.

Rose - 11:41 PM Monday, 29 March 2010
Johno, so proud to call you one of ours. A fantastic role model, brilliant player and all round nice guy. You will be one of the legends of the game that I will talk about to my grandchildren. Now know out those Tiges

Kaitlyn - 11:17 PM Monday, 29 March 2010
Amazing achievement to an amazing man. Truly awesome footballer and gentlemen. Well done Johnno on an amazing career.

Rob - 10:37 PM Monday, 29 March 2010
COngratulations Johnno you have been and still are a true champion of the Western Bulldogs. Outstanding loyalty to the club, great ability and inspirational leadership respected by all. YOu deserve every accolade.

Tim Robinson - 10:35 PM Monday, 29 March 2010
I'm a Pies fan, so I'm probably not welcome here after Sunday's match, but I just wanted to congratulate Brad on a fantastic achievement. You are a true champion of our game and the spirit in which you play together with the positivity you project make you a leading ambassador of the AFL. (Not to mention the fact that you're an extremely talented footballer). Go Johnno and may 2010 bring you every success. (Don't tell Eddie I said that.)

margi thorpe - 10:13 PM Monday, 29 March 2010
Congratulations you have been a pleasure to watch over the years a true champion in every way May 2010 be your best.

John Parashis - 9:54 PM Monday, 29 March 2010
Congrats Johnno on a fantastic milestone. You are a champ and epitomize the ethos of this great club. We'll be there for your 400th game!

Perko - 9:42 PM Monday, 29 March 2010
Well done Johnno on 350 games. You're up there with the great doug hawkins as one of the best players i have seen at the doggies.

BRIAN COSTIGAN - 9:30 PM Monday, 29 March 2010
Dear Brad, congratulations on your great achievement on playing 350 games with this great club best wishes for the rest of the season ,lets win the flag this year ''GO DOGS''

Fozz - 9:24 PM Monday, 29 March 2010
Fantastic effort Johnno! Lets get you to a flag! Go Dogs!

Melissa, Tom, Taylor, Zach, Jayden & Jackson - 9:21 PM Monday, 29 March 2010
Johnno.... Congratulations on such a marvelous milestone! You are are true inspiration! Thank You!!

Tina Whitelaw Warburton - 9:18 PM Monday, 29 March 2010
I've followed the dogs since coming down from Canberra in 1954.
Have been going to matches for years and have watched the likes of Templeton and Dempsey, Then later you came along and have outshone them all. I sincerely hope your body will let you go on yet another year. You are tops

Phillip DeBono member no.1045608 - 9:17 PM Monday, 29 March 2010
Congrats on your 350th game Johnno.You are a true champion who is an inspiration to all who play AFL footy.In my eyes you the greatest captain our fantastic club has ever had.

Jean young - 9:16 PM Monday, 29 March 2010
My disabled son thinks you are the best player around.Keep the good work up.

Jordan Piscopo - 9:12 PM Monday, 29 March 2010
Congratulations Johnno on 350 games. I have enjoyed watching you play and lead and guide the bulldogs for many years. Well done on this achievement and good luck in 2010.

Alec Agius - 8:27 PM Monday, 29 March 2010
Well done Johnno, Hope 351 is more memorable for you and the team.
cheers Alec J & S Air Conditioning

Lisa - 8:12 PM Monday, 29 March 2010
Congratulations Johnno on a fantastic milestone, 350 games!! You're a true gentleman of the game and your loyalty will be long remembered by many. All the very best for 2010, go the Doggies!

ashley loe - 8:04 PM Monday, 29 March 2010
congratulations johnno,keep going mate and bring home the premiership cup as captain..keep smiling!!!!

David Holden - 8:00 PM Monday, 29 March 2010
Brad Johnson: ferocious competitor, gentleman, absolute legend! Congratulations!!

LYNETTE KNIGHT - 7:55 PM Monday, 29 March 2010
You are such an inspiration and I admire your drive, determination and pure guts.I am from Sydney and had this match pre planned,it was fantastic you were playing so I could share your 350th with you. Congratulations Johnno.You are the Greatest role model in AFL. Thank you for everything.

Sean Rowe - 7:46 PM Monday, 29 March 2010
Johnno, I have been following your career since the very beginning. Well done to a well deserved player and champion of the club and game itself. All the best for 2010

Lynnie - 7:41 PM Monday, 29 March 2010
Johnno...what a fantastic achievement, you are a wonderful example of a footballer & a gentleman. We need more leaders like you, lets get that premiership this year not just for the club & supporters but this one for you...a treasure for a lifetime one that you deserve xxx

Barbara and Tony Skaro - 7:37 PM Monday, 29 March 2010
Congratulations on reaching your 350th game Johnno!! All your hard work has paid off and if anyone deserves it, it's you, our beloved captain. You are a legend and we will always remember you as our 'smiling assassin' and one of the nicest blokes in football. Lets hope you can win a premiership to seal off your career almost perfect career. We love you Johnno!

Noel Greig - 7:34 PM Monday, 29 March 2010
You're a true role model for all aspiring young players mate, congratulations on a stella career and not only my family but I'm sure the entire Bulldog population of Australia look extremely forward to seeing you hold up that elusive Premiership cup this year!! We love ya Johnno mate!!

Michael Holzberger - 7:29 PM Monday, 29 March 2010
cogratulations Johnno look forward to game number 400

Frances - 7:27 PM Monday, 29 March 2010
Brad congratulations on your mile stone 350 games with the Bulldogs is just great. hope too see you play alot more. Go Dogs

Margaret Anderson - 7:25 PM Monday, 29 March 2010
Congratulations Brad, you are a marvel, hope you will be around for a long time yet. Bring on that flag! Woof Woof!

Lindsay - 7:22 PM Monday, 29 March 2010
As a Bulldog Supporter for nearly 70 years I rate you as being amongst our top players in that time. Keep smiling!

Leanne Allen - 7:07 PM Monday, 29 March 2010
Well done Johnno. You're a credit to yourself, your family, the Bulldogs and the AFL. Keep smiling.

samuel marano - 7:06 PM Monday, 29 March 2010
good stuff brad 350 game that what true leader are made of. let get the that premship. bulldog's through and through

Sharyn Francis - 6:54 PM Monday, 29 March 2010
What a superstar! Johnno well done on achieving such a fantastic milestone. No-one deserves it more than the "Smiling Assasin".You are my son's favourite player and a great role model for his footy career.

Seana Latham - 6:41 PM Monday, 29 March 2010
Congratulations Brad. You should be proud of your achievements. What an amazing career, I'm looking forward to seeing you play 50 more; I hope you're up to it. All the best for 2010.

Susan Edmond - 6:25 PM Monday, 29 March 2010
Brad, you are an absolute champion. Congratulations on achieving the 350 game milestone. Your loyalty to the Doggies is truly inspiring as is your brilliant talent for playing the game we call football. Keep smiling you darling!! Hoping the team can achieve the ultimate in a premiership for 2010!!!xxxxxxx

sue alberti - 6:22 PM Monday, 29 March 2010
Brad you are a true legend at the Western Bulldogs. Congratulations on reaching an incredible milestone. It has been an honour and privilege to know you.

Danny - 6:22 PM Monday, 29 March 2010
Well done Johnno, all the best for 2010 and beyond! I love the way you go about your footy and would love to see you up there in September collecting the premiership! Hopefully the boys and yourself get up and give it a red hot crack this year! My favourite thing about being a doggies supporter is seeing blokes like yourself constantly giving it your all on the field every week! You're a true doggies champion!!!

Jodie - 6:10 PM Monday, 29 March 2010
Congratulations Johnno! My favourite ever memory is when you threw yourself back onto the deck after kicking a goal against the Crows in your 300th! Carn doggies!!!

Adam - 5:59 PM Monday, 29 March 2010
Well done Brad ! An absolute champion in my eyes and a true leader in its true sense.

Val Sellings - 5:53 PM Monday, 29 March 2010
Congratulations .... thank you for giving 17 years 350 games to the Bulldogs. You are a true role model for up and coming young footballers, always smiling, loyal to your Club, giving your heart and soul each week, never bringing the Club or the game into disrepute ... I hope you are suitably honoured by the AFL. The tribute on Channel 7 at half time on Sunday showed just what a wonderful loving husband and father you are....watching you run out with Ella and Jack was truly an emotional moment. Would love to think you could make the 400!

Jonathan Blake - 5:51 PM Monday, 29 March 2010
Johnno, hell of a player. i'm so proud. dissapointing result but as you stated that's footy and that's why ur a legend of the game...better results to come your way...best captain in the AFL and best bloke

Kylie - 5:48 PM Monday, 29 March 2010
Congratulations on reaching the fantastic 350game milestone. A true champion, an excellent role model and an all round nice guy! No one could possibly deserve such an honour more that you!

Raelene Malloy - 5:47 PM Monday, 29 March 2010
Well done Johnno! You are a true gentleman of the game and well deserving of the accolades coming your way in reaching 350 games. Congrats from the Malloy family.

Trish - 5:44 PM Monday, 29 March 2010
Johnson you are the best!!! Congratulations!!! Love watching you play and looking forward to seeing you play more!!! Go the Dogs!!

Carmen Petropulo - 5:40 PM Monday, 29 March 2010
Johnno, you're an absolute star. I was home 'sick' from school the day I saw you drafted to the mighty doggies. Although I hadn't yet seen you play in the Bulldogs jumper, I could tell that you were passionate and committed - a true Bulldog with red, white and blue blood coarsing through your veins. Since then, you've exceeded all expectations...and then some. Congratulations on achieving this fantastic milestone - I look forward to admiring your continued tenacity, talent and outstanding leadership throughout this, the year of the 'DOG!

Amanda - 5:40 PM Monday, 29 March 2010
Congratulations on 350 amazing games! You are an amazing footballer who deserves to experience a grand final win in september. You're such an aexciting player to watch and best wishes for the year (hopefully years) ahead!

Dianne Russo - 5:38 PM Monday, 29 March 2010
Congratulations Brad. You are a credit to yourself and the Western Bulldogs. Best of luck for a fantastic 2010.

Duncan Redway - 5:28 PM Monday, 29 March 2010
Even though the doggies lost I still see it as our one of greatest wins.I wish you the best of luck for the rest of your career,Dogs 2010!!

Christo - 5:17 PM Monday, 29 March 2010
Fantastic achievement Brad. You are a true inspiration, a brilliant footballer and a fantastic role model. All the best for season 2010!

Robyn Young - 5:12 PM Monday, 29 March 2010
Brad, I've enjoyed watching you play right from the early days. You are a star in my opinion and everything that aspiring AFL players should aim for. Go Johnno!

Natalie - 5:09 PM Monday, 29 March 2010
Congratulations 350 games Johnno! You are a champion of our club and we are all so very proud of you. Looking forward to watching you play your 400th!

Steve - 5:06 PM Monday, 29 March 2010
Well done on a tremendous career thus far BJ, let's finish it off with a premiership!

Mark Jackson - 5:04 PM Monday, 29 March 2010
Well done Johhno, u r a champion and a true blue doggy. Just bring us fans the flag in September...Not too much to ask is it buddy. Jako

Mac - 5:02 PM Monday, 29 March 2010
Congratulations, Brad. You're a bona fide legend and a wonderful role model. Let's hope this year brings you the overdue ultimate success you and the club deserves.

Jasmine - 5:02 PM Monday, 29 March 2010
Johnno is my kids' fave player, as he is a great role model and always gives his best. Congrats Brad!

Joy - 4:58 PM Monday, 29 March 2010
I would like to congratulate Brad on the fabulous milestone and hope he plays for a long time to come as he is an inspiration to all the bulldog players

Amy - 4:44 PM Monday, 29 March 2010
Always a pleasure to watch and a real role model for the young kids today. Congratulations Johnno!

John Mackenzie - 4:41 PM Monday, 29 March 2010
Congrats Brad, your a marvel. Let's move on to next week, keep smiling !