 The cult following he generated among some Bulldogs fans was highlighted by the standing ovation he received when Master of Ceremonies Craig Willis announced the votes.However, McDougall was unable to break into the Bulldogs team the following season and announced his retirement from the club on 17 July 2008.After retiring from the AFL, McDougall returned home to WA, playing for Perth and Subiaco in the WAFL from 2010 to 2013.