The Bombers are delighted with the youngster’s progress in a key defensive post, with the West Australian placing third in the 2009 NAB AFL Rising Star award and finishing second at the club for rebound 50s. Plays strong, consistent football, makes sound decisions and, as shown in his efforts to run off Brendan Fevola last season, is developing an attacking element to his game.
Draft history: 2007 NAB AFL 2nd round selection (Essendon) No. 23 overall.
Though Essendon defender Tayte Pears has resumed light training following pancreas surgery, he is unlikely to play again this yearWednesday, July 21, 2010 - 10:33AM
Essendon defender Tayte Pears will be sidelined for eight weeks after undergoing pancreas surgerySunday, June 20, 2010 - 10:50AM
Despite a 71 point loss to Geelong in round 12, the Bombers won’t be scared to attack hard against Hawthorn on Friday nightThursday, June 17, 2010 - 1:39PM
Matthew Knights doesn't believe Barry Hall will receive preferential treatment from the umpires on Friday nightTuesday, May 25, 2010 - 11:25AM
Essendon key defender Tayte Pears is set to miss the next couple of months after breaking his arm.Monday, April 26, 2010 - 10:56AM
Essendon defender Tayte Pears is injured in the first few minutes of Friday nights clashMonday, June 21, 2010 - 2:30PM
Essendon club doctor Bruce Reid gives a detailed summary of Tayte Pears conditionMonday, June 21, 2010 - 1:49PM
Essendon youngster Tayte Pears is the round 13 rising starTuesday, June 30, 2009 - 9:45AM
Check out some of Tayte Pears 2009 season highlightsSunday, January 18, 2009 - 1:12PM
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