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𝗧𝗢𝗨𝗖𝗛 𝗗𝗢𝗪𝗡 𝗙𝗘𝗪 𝗠𝗜𝗡𝗨𝗧𝗘𝗦 𝗔𝗚𝗢: 𝗚𝗲𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗮𝘁𝘀 𝗖𝘂𝗿𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗖𝗼𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝗖𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘀 𝗦𝗰𝗼𝘁𝘁 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗱 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝘂𝗯𝗺𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗮𝘀 𝗚𝗲𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗮𝘁𝘀 𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘆𝗲𝗿 𝗚𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗔𝗯𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁 𝗝𝗿 𝗢𝗳𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗱 “𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗚𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗔𝗹𝗹 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲” 𝗵𝗮𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗮𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝘀𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗼𝗿……𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲

Touch down few minutes ago sent shockwaves through the football world as the Geelong Cats confirmed a dramatic leadership change that will reshape the future of the club Current head coach Chris Scott has officially announced and submitted his resignation ending one of the most successful coaching tenures in modern AFL history At the same time Geelong legend Gary Ablett Junior often called the greatest of all time has returned to the club in a senior leadership role marking the beginning of a powerful new chapter for the Cats

Chris Scott departure closes an era defined by consistency resilience and sustained success Since taking over as head coach he guided Geelong through years of finals appearances premiership contention and cultural stability In a competition known for rapid change Scott became a symbol of calm authority and long term vision His decision to step down comes as a surprise to many but those close to the club suggest it is a move rooted in reflection timing and a belief that the moment is right for renewal

In his resignation statement Scott expressed pride in what the club achieved and gratitude toward players staff and supporters He highlighted that coaching Geelong had been one of the great honours of his professional life and acknowledged the importance of knowing when to pass the baton While details around his future remain unclear there is little doubt his legacy at Geelong is secure and respected

The immediate impact of his resignation was amplified by the second part of the announcement the return of Gary Ablett Junior to the club in a senior role Ablett whose name is synonymous with brilliance excellence and football intelligence is regarded by many as the most talented player the game has ever seen His return has ignited excitement among supporters and injected a sense of optimism and nostalgia into the club

Ablett influence on Geelong history is immense As a player he delivered unforgettable moments multiple best and fairest awards and played a key role in premiership success His vision balance and football IQ set standards that few have matched Since retiring he has largely stayed away from the spotlight making this return all the more significant It signals a desire to contribute to the club that shaped his career and to help guide the next generation of Cats players

While the exact scope of Ablett new senior position is yet to be fully detailed it is understood that his role will involve mentorship football strategy and leadership development He is expected to work closely with the coaching group and playing list offering insight drawn from his extraordinary career His presence alone commands respect and his ability to connect with players both young and experienced is seen as a major asset

The timing of these changes suggests Geelong is entering a period of transition The club has recently committed to key long term players and is balancing experienced leaders with emerging talent Bringing Ablett into the fold aligns with a broader strategy to maintain strong cultural values while evolving tactically and structurally Scott departure creates space for fresh ideas while Ablett return ensures the clubs identity remains firmly grounded in its history

Supporters reaction has been mixed but deeply emotional Many have expressed sadness at seeing Scott step away acknowledging the stability and success he brought Others are thrilled by the return of Ablett viewing it as a symbolic passing of the torch from one era to another Social media and fan forums have been flooded with messages of gratitude for Scott and excitement about what Ablett influence could mean for the future

From a football perspective the challenge now lies in ensuring a smooth transition Leadership changes can disrupt performance if not managed carefully but Geelong has long been admired for its professionalism and planning The club is expected to appoint an interim coaching structure while conducting a thorough process to determine the long term head coach Ablett role will likely play a key part in shaping that decision even if he is not directly involved in coaching appointments

Players are said to have been informed shortly before the public announcement and early reports suggest the response has been positive Scott had built strong relationships within the playing group and his departure was met with respect rather than shock Ablett return has also been welcomed particularly by younger players who grew up watching him dominate the competition For them the opportunity to learn directly from such a figure is invaluable

Beyond on field considerations the move carries cultural significance Geelong has always prided itself on being a club that honours its past while building for the future Welcoming Ablett back into a senior role reinforces that philosophy It sends a message that club legends are valued not only for what they achieved but for what they can still contribute

As the dust settles attention will turn to what comes next Who will take on the head coaching role How will Ablett influence the clubs direction And can Geelong continue to contend in an increasingly competitive league While these questions remain unanswered there is a sense that the club has acted decisively rather than reactively choosing evolution over stagnation

Chris Scott era will be remembered for discipline adaptability and sustained excellence Gary Ablett Junior return represents inspiration connection and football brilliance Together these two figures have shaped Geelong identity in different ways Now their paths intersect at a turning point that could define the next decade

For the Geelong Cats this is not simply a coaching change It is a moment of reflection renewal and ambition As one chapter closes another begins and with a legend returning home the club and its supporters dare to believe that the best may still be ahead