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PLAYER CHANGES
INS - Sam Vick (Kyabram), Zac Cerrone (Kyabram), James Lovison, Nic Ross, Luke Davies (Shepp Swans), Malcolm Hedges (Tongala), Jamie Scapin, Sam Jackson (Shepparton United), Billy McLay (Kyabram)
OUTS - Cam Simpson (Maroochydore), Nick Kellow, Nick McAuliffe, Idi Besim, Riley Williams
COACHES CORNER / NICK RYAN
What’s the biggest focus for your group in 2026?
We want to continue and sustain the success we’ve had.
What will supporters notice about this team?
There’s been a few changes, but there’s always guys who decide they’re going to go elsewhere. We’ve had an influx of players come back to the club though, creating a real local feel about the playing group.
What’s your side’s greatest strength?
Our depth. We had quite a few injuries last year but were able to blood some guys sooner than they would’ve originally, so now we have a big squad with senior experience, and we’ll figure out our other strengths once we get the make up of the best 22 right.
What still needs the most work?
I think the biggest thing is for everyone to buy in to the systems and the structures.
What does success look like for this group in 2026?
First and foremost it needs to be enjoyable, that’s what local footy is all about, but we’ll be disappointed if we don’t play finals. We’re chasing that cup of course, so we hope to make the pointy end of finals again.
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