I really like the appointment of Rivers. Has varied experience coaching at all levels, AFL, VFL and Ammos.

I think this pathway is underrated when it comes to hiring assistants and even senior coaches, it shouldn't all be about x number of years as an AFL club assistant.

I thought it was interesting that he had that time in the ammos. Thought that he'd been in the AFL coaching system all this time.

While on the topic of the new assistants, can someone who's somewhat 'in the know' please give their views on what distinct qualities they see Matthew Scarlett bringing to our coaching group and the team?

I know a little of the champion player he was and my own superficial understanding is that he was also regarded as a great leader at Geelong during their period as one of the greatest teams of the modern era, but would be interested in some more specifics.

57 minutes ago, Rodney (Balls) Grinter said:

I thought it was interesting that he had that time in the ammos. Thought that he'd been in the AFL coaching system all this time.

Was quite relaxed coaching the ammos, which the players liked, as many of them had full time jobs.

2 hours ago, Rodney (Balls) Grinter said:

While on the topic of the new assistants, can someone who's somewhat 'in the know' please give their views on what distinct qualities they see Matthew Scarlett bringing to our coaching group and the team?

I know a little of the champion player he was and my own superficial understanding is that he was also regarded as a great leader at Geelong during their period as one of the greatest teams of the modern era, but would be interested in some more specifics.

Scarlett and King are co owners of a pub. Scarlett brings beer pouring skills.

3 hours ago, BKKBooga said:

Scarlett and King are co owners of a pub. Scarlett brings beer pouring skills.

Excellent. Just what Steve (Frothies) May needs to keep at peak performance!