AFL Rd 0 2024 Post Game Prognostications Carlton vs Brisbane

[DJC]

It was interesting to compare the coaches.  Fagan coached from the box so it’s not the same context but they were very different.

Vossy was on the go the whole time; interacting with players, assistants, etc, reacting to things on the field, looking at stats and generally involving himself in the game.

The shots of Fagan generally followed a significant play and we didn’t see as much of him.  What we did see bore a striking resemblance to a stunned mullet.

I know there’s not much coaches can do once the game starts but Vossy’s coaching style resonates with the playing group and must reinforce their self belief.

Fagan’s presser reinforced my impression that he was wrong-footed by our resilience and found it difficult to comprehend our superiority from the last part of the second quarter.  I think that he’s a better coach when he coaches from the bench.

[cookie2]

I always think Vossy is more of a coach/non -playing captain who is riding the bumps with the boys and responding in real time as to how the game is unfolding. Other coaching staff probably take note of and discuss the more strategic aspects with  him later.

[Professer E]

Lachie Neale....making friends again.  King of the squealers.  Butter wouldn't melt in his mouth would it?

[Baggers]

I always think Vossy is more of a coach/non -playing captain who is riding the bumps with the boys and responding in real time as to how the game is unfolding. Other coaching staff probably take note of and discuss the more strategic aspects with  him later.

Good pick-up Fluffy One. A real 'hands on' senior coach. Love it. And when you have the kind of respect -- factoring in his playing achievements -- from the players that Vossy obviously has, its a real play to your strengths coaching strategy.