01-19-2018, 05:51 AM
I reckon Murphy will go around again as skipper. There was some discussion of transitioning or succession planning in one of the recent videos on the club website. I expect that a focus for Murphy this year will be preparing his successor. I wouldn't be surprised if the club follows the AFLW team's lead and appoints Murphy vice-captain in 2019, but a lot of water has to flow under the bridge before then.
I think that the two compulsory changes will be it, unless Simpson wants to step down. Docherty should keep his spot even though he won't be on the park.
I wonder if Kreuzer will step up; he seems to exert a bit of influence, in his quiet manner. If not, Wright may be a chance as he appears to be a natural leader on the field.
I think one of the younger players will be given an opportunity and Weitering seems likely. However, I wouldn't rule out Plowman.
As for vice-captain, I'd give it to Ed Curnow.
I think that the two compulsory changes will be it, unless Simpson wants to step down. Docherty should keep his spot even though he won't be on the park.
I wonder if Kreuzer will step up; he seems to exert a bit of influence, in his quiet manner. If not, Wright may be a chance as he appears to be a natural leader on the field.
I think one of the younger players will be given an opportunity and Weitering seems likely. However, I wouldn't rule out Plowman.
As for vice-captain, I'd give it to Ed Curnow.
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