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The legendary Ron Barassi was a pioneering coach in many ways. His innovations included observing matches from an elevated viewpoint. This is hardly controversial – you can see and interpret what’s happening much better that way. Nevertheless, coaches had adhered to the longstanding tradition of… Read More »Is there actually a tactical benefit of coaching an AFL game at ground level – or is it just personal preference?

Departing Eels coach Brad Arthur publicly thanked fullback and team leader Clint Gutherson for his efforts during his time at the Eels. This was a fitting tribute for King Gutho who Arthur leaned on more than any other player during his 11-year tenure with the… Read More »‘Providing maximum contribution with minimal coaching’: Who are the NRL’s most ‘coachable’ players?

As Australian international Riley McGree continues his recuperation from a season-ending foot injury and operation, he watched his Championship club Middlesbrough fall short of the Premiership playoffs. Meanwhile, another midfield Riley – Matt O’Riley of Celtic – is winning pennants and trophies with Celtic and… Read More »The two lives of Riley: A Sliding Doors moment that is yielding two completely different footballing stories