Tom Harley announced his retirement as an AFL player today as a two time premiership captain. Described as "he led with great dignity and commitment to the common cause. He did not give Geelong its brilliance. Rather, his gift was to enable that brilliance to flourish". The definition of leadership has had an upgrade.
Don Lane passed away today, in an era that seems so long ago (the 70's) he was the highest paid personality and entertainer on Australian television who relied upon a rapport and connection with his audience based on a genuine sense of friendliness to all. Apart from the obvious celebrities promoted on these shows, Don also introduced such obscure but genius talents in Tom Waits to the Australian public. Part 1 and Part 2 can be viewed here. Tom Waits is very much still active today in collaboration with the greats of the arts, not only a musical genius but an enigmatic character with extraordinary depth - check him out.
The relevance of these to the Lions is that recognition, respect and admiration can be achieved through different methods with complete acceptance of others.
Forensic analysis in place tonight, schedule events for a close observation of the next generation Lions due to the Agents of Change kicking in big time for Round 6. If not here in the arena, missing the chance to impress in person. Nets sorted, free hits inserted, purposeful intent in place from the start - check. Kebab seems to be trimming down to a sleeker version, Frosty shaken off football trip hangover with some lusty straight blows (please bring them into a game, teasing no longer allowed) and the Badge pushing the leather through at pace.
Lebron continues to befuddle with his androgynous skills, bowling left arm spin tonight, getting to the stage where have to have a crack in a game - T20 coming soon, this could be the stage, get the frock and good shoes ready big fellow.
Changeover effected, Lions 300 again for this group. Fitness levels to be given closer attention over coming weeks so standard maintained when longer form of game kicks in. Tomahawk keeps shaving seconds from previous best and Vardichin breaks the minute, outstanding improvement in both. The "slugs of the past" seems so long ago, the 1km time trial must be looming to break the 4 minute barrier.
Kit packed, game sense (Fearsome - "I can't hear" - puts down an absolute gift) and video for reflection on player type behaviour as to known outcome if no attempt to change delivered. Cadel Evans - "the man they said could not attack, well the critics are eating their words now" gives another example of what is possible through persistence and rebounding from failure.
Nourishment delivered as organised by Vardichin and Panasonic, the downstairs dining option does seem suitable and easier to manage. Teams and tactics announced, players connected and off we go into the night to rest before Two Blues are to be confronted. The scalpel is packed away, forensic analysis complete for now.
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