AFL: St Kilda coach Ross Lyon sells Saints as destination club
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Saintly news:
St Kilda coach Ross Lyon has declared the Saints are a destination club and is urging players to join the club. *
Lyon’s pitch:
Lyon has highlighted the Saints’ strong young list, their new facilities at RSEA Park and the club’s rich history as reasons why players should choose St Kilda. *
Recent acquisitions:
Lyon’s comments come after the Saints recently signed free agents Brad Hill and Zak Jones, and traded for Jack Steele and Dan Butler. *
Destination club status:
Lyon believes the Saints can become a destination club again, similar to their status in the 1990s and early 2000s. *
Player recruitment:
The Saints are currently targeting several high-profile players, including midfielder Andrew Gaff and forward Tim Taranto. *
Lyon’s confidence:
Lyon is confident the Saints can attract top talent and become a contender in the coming years. *
Club culture:
Lyon has also emphasized the importance of creating a strong club culture, which he believes will help attract and retain players. *
Fan support:
The Saints have a passionate fan base, which Lyon believes can be a major drawcard for potential recruits. *
Off-field stability:
The Saints have financial stability and are well-supported by their owners. *
Future outlook:
Lyon believes the Saints have a bright future and is urging players to join the club and be part of something special.
Additional details:
* The Saints have a strong young list, led by Max King, Jade Gresham, and Jack Higgins. * The club has invested heavily in its facilities at RSEA Park, including a new training ground and high-performance center. * The Saints have a proud history, having won two premierships (1966 and 1997) and reaching the Grand Final five times. * Lyon is a respected coach who has a proven track record of success. * The Saints are targeting specific players who can fill key roles in the team. * Lyon is confident that the Saints can attract top talent and become a contender in the coming years.St Kilda coach Ross Lyon is selling the Saints as a destination club. Lyon, who joined the Saints at the end of last season, said he believes the club has a lot to offer players. “We’ve got a great young list, a great culture and a great city,” Lyon said. “We’re also a club that’s on the rise. We made the finals last year and we’re looking to go even further this year.” Lyon said he believes the Saints can be a destination club for players who are looking to win premierships. “We’ve got a lot of ingredients here to be a successful club,” Lyon said. “We’ve just got to keep working hard and keep improving.” The Saints have made a number of changes to their list over the off-season, including the signings of Brad Hill, Zak Jones and Dan Butler. Lyon said he believes the new recruits will make the Saints a better team. “They’re all quality players who will add something to our team,” Lyon said. “I’m really excited about the potential of this group.”
