Buckley Excited to Coach Again Teams Up with Chris Scott at Geelong

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Buckley Excited to Coach Again Teams Up with Chris Scott at Geelong

Nathan Buckley is excited to step back into the coaching realm with Geelong Football Club, teaming up with Chris Scott. This partnership marks a promising phase for Buckley as he aims to revitalize his coaching career.

Buckley’s New Chapter at Geelong

Recently appointed as a coach at Geelong, Buckley has the option to work with the Cats for a year. This tenure might serve as a stepping stone before he potentially takes the helm at Tasmania’s football club, the Devils.

Devils’ Support for Buckley

The Tasmania Football Club has publicly acknowledged Buckley’s appointment. In their statement, they congratulated him and expressed positive sentiments regarding his future in senior coaching roles.

  • “Tasmania Football Club acknowledges and congratulates Nathan Buckley on his appointment to Geelong Football Club,” reads their statement.
  • The club views this as a positive step toward Buckley’s return to senior AFL coaching.

Meetings with Tasmania and Coaching Aspirations

Buckley has already held discussions with Devils chief executive Brendon Gale. Notably, he has shown keen interest in leading the Tasmania football team.

Opportunities and Choices

Last month, Buckley interviewed for the Melbourne coaching position but did not secure the role. The Demons chose assistant coach Steven King instead. Buckley recognized the club’s decision as justified, noting King’s commitment.

He expressed a stronger attraction to the Tasmania role, indicating a long-term interest in building the Devils’ future.

Future Prospects

The Cats recently extended Chris Scott’s contract until 2029, a move that surprised many. Scott was also considered a candidate for the Devils’ coaching position.

As Nathan Buckley returns to coaching, his future in the AFL looks promising, with potential opportunities in both Geelong and Tasmania on the horizon.

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