News Clarkson to step away from football indefinitely

‘Heavy toll’: Roos blindsided by Clarkson decision to step away

North Melbourne are unsure how long Alastair Clarkson will need away from the game, but the club’s football boss Todd Viney, a friend of the master coach, is confident he will not be lost to the sport.

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[fpm84]

Say what?

I've always found his personality to be very abrasive which never sits well with me but I don't recall him ever overstepping the mark with media - aggressively defending his players is the most I've ever seen from him. Am I forgetting something?

 

[boncer34]

I've always found his personality to be very abrasive which never sits well with me but I don't recall him ever overstepping the mark with media - aggressively defending his players is the most I've ever seen from him. Am I forgetting something?

How many other coaches do that by telling journos their time will come?

 

[Underarm]

Suggests more allegations will come to light

Maybe he finally saw all the evidence sagainst him.

 

[fpm84]

How many other coaches do that by telling journos their time will come?

I don't remember that - when did that happen?

 

[palmomagpie]

Clarkson's bizarre outburst at Hawthorn in his presser last week seemed an indication that he was not well. It was extremely out of character for somebody who has generally handled the media well, and would/should have known his comments would make front page news.

I've never been enamoured by him but wish him the best and hope he's able to get better away from the spotlight.

Honestly thought the same thing. Through the whole mucked up firing/replacement he didn't say a negative word, stayed dignified through this whole racism investigation, even had nothing but kind and/or professional words for Hawthorn and the fans when we played this year; his public lashing of both us and Sam Mitchell + pulling out of the premiership reunion, it seemed something was not going well and he was heading downhill. Hope he has time to rest up, get his head right and face+defend the claims against him without the pressure. The media have truly driven him out - can imagine Damo and Caro are salivating at the mouth right now

 

[Handsome.B.Wonderful]

I've always found his personality to be very abrasive which never sits well with me but I don't recall him ever overstepping the mark with media - aggressively defending his players is the most I've ever seen from him. Am I forgetting something?

You're forgetting the tall poppy syndrome that exists on the main board and in society in general. Those who strive for and achieve success often become targets keyboard warriors and loudmouths.

 

[Le Grille]

Guilty.

He wouldn't have left otherwise.

How is this appropriate mods Chief

 

[RooDave]

He's 55 years old, he's financially secure, can make money in a lot more less stressful ways; autobiography, hired speaker, coach mentor (like Paul Roos has done). He doesn't have to prove himself, and I don't think being proven as the greatest coach ever has really driven him that much. I think he's enjoyed developing young men and the competitiveness of outthinking the other coaches.

I'm 45 now... 10 years ago I was far more competitive and differently focused than I am now... age, life, Covid, BS, etc, has a funny way of changing mindsets and what's important in life.

You're projecting yourself onto him. He's on record as not caring about the money, guy was prepared to sell his family home to clear his name. He cares about one thing and one thing alone - legacy.

 

[ZionMig22]

Fagan next

I love it how everyone is condemning the report about this.

I feel for those involved at the FC whose lives were impacted by these 2 little geniuses.

Well done to those who had the courage after all these years to speak up about the antics of Clarkson and Fagan

 

[Carringbush2010]

Wouldn't be surprised if Sonja politely told / asked him to step aside. After the strong showing last week. And publicly making it look like clarkson is mentally struggling

Clubs have done it before. Pies and Degs an example.

Wouldn't be surprised if evidence has surfaced that's not favourable either.

In any case I doubt Clarkson put his hand up and said ' I can't handle it' - not consistent with his manor in front of the mic.

Cover up one way or the other.

 

[ZionMig22]

you gotta feel for north they can’t catch a break

Yep, look at the quality recruits he brough to the FC LOL

 

[Roos9699]

You know the whole story?

Well generally speaking it's innocent untill prove guilty not the other way around so maybe wait until the investgation is done to make an informed opinion.

 

[Beerfish]

Hey mate, it's not true what everyone's saying - Brad Scott is a really good coach imo

He's certainly better than Ratten.

And he's you know, coaching.

Not sure that's the sick burn you thought it would be.

 

[boncer34]

I don't remember that - when did that happen?

February this year. Said it to Elizabeth Moss.

 

[ZionMig22]

Wouldn't be surprised if Sonja politely told / asked him to step aside. After the strong showing last week. And publicly making it look like clarkson is mentally struggling

Clubs have done it before. Pies and Degs an example.

Wouldn't be surprised if evidence has surfaced that's not favourable either.

In any case I doubt Clarkson put his hand up and said ' I can't handle it' - not consistent with his manor in front of the mic.

Cover up one way or the other.

100% this has happened thus the reason he has thrown in the towel

 

[PAFC_FOREVER]

How is this appropriate mods Chief

Same reason your JHF shit stain threads are.

Obviously something is known... If it quacks like a duck....

 

[ZionMig22]

Maybe he finally saw all the evidence sagainst him.

100%

He is getting out now while he can

 

[Stax on the mill]

Sonja got that Plan B organised yet?

Also, blatant attempt to victimise himself. If you're innocent you just keep trekking don't you?

Lot of slimy campaigners with attitudes like yours who’ve got blood on their hands today. Congratulations.

 

[ZionMig22]

Well generally speaking it's innocent untill prove guilty not the other way around so maybe wait until the investgation is done to make an informed opinion.

Maybe the investigation has concluded and the incidence against him is damning?

Stop protecting him

 

[Guju]

Back North to win this week.

 

[hotchilli]

Wouldn't be surprised if Sonja politely told / asked him to step aside. After the strong showing last week. And publicly making it look like clarkson is mentally struggling

Clubs have done it before. Pies and Degs an example.

Wouldn't be surprised if evidence has surfaced that's not favourable either.

In any case I doubt Clarkson put his hand up and said ' I can't handle it' - not consistent with his manor in front of the mic.

Cover up one way or the other.

Cool assumptions.

 

[Wosh]

How is this appropriate mods Chief

Use the report button, that’s what it’s there for.

 

[Le Grille]

Wouldn't be surprised if Sonja politely told / asked him to step aside. After the strong showing last week. And publicly making it look like clarkson is mentally struggling

Clubs have done it before. Pies and Degs an example.

Wouldn't be surprised if evidence has surfaced that's not favourable either.

In any case I doubt Clarkson put his hand up and said ' I can't handle it' - not consistent with his manor in front of the mic.

Cover up one way or the other.

Pretty long bow. Perhaps he feels aggrieved as he has been presumed guilty and still has not received appropriate details to sufficiently address things

 

[Dazb86]

Have heard he might be going for the Tassie job

 

[Chat Pile]

Poor North.