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'Hunted become the hunters': The repeated rival raids repelled as Lions eye triple-flag AFL history


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Published in Sports and Competition on Thursday, November 28th 2024 at 15:39 GMT by Terrence Williams   Print publication without navigation

  • Irishwoman Orla O'Dwyer is one of the best wingers in the competition, Nat Grider is a force to be reckoned with in the backline and Poppy Boltz and Lily Postlethwaite have also come on in leaps and bounds.

The article from Fox Sports discusses the Brisbane Lions' strategy and resilience in the face of rival clubs attempting to poach their key players. Despite interest from other teams, the Lions have managed to retain their core players, with notable examples including re-signing players like Charlie Cameron, who was targeted by other clubs, and repelling advances for players like Hugh McCluggage and Keidean Coleman. The Lions' ability to keep their squad intact is seen as a critical factor in their pursuit of a historic three-peat, a feat not achieved since the 2000s. The article highlights the club's culture, the players' loyalty, and the strategic management by the club's leadership in maintaining team cohesion amidst external pressures. This stability is viewed as a significant advantage as they aim to make history in the AFL.

Read the Full Fox Sports Article at [ https://www.foxsports.com.au/afl/hunted-become-the-hunters-the-repeated-rival-raids-repelled-as-lions-eye-tripleflag-afl-history/news-story/e5581c29fe6a95cbe95e2fa9eb29c53c ]

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