𝐁𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐊𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐍𝐄𝐖𝐒: 𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐇𝐢𝐭 𝐆𝐌𝐇𝐁𝐀 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐮𝐦 𝐚𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐫 𝐆𝐞𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐬 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐲𝐞𝐫 𝐆𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐀𝐛𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐭 𝐉𝐫 𝐡𝐚𝐝 𝐑𝐞𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐞𝐚𝐦 𝐚𝐬 𝐚 𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐨𝐫 𝐜𝐨𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠..…𝐬𝐞𝐞 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞

GMHBA Stadium was buzzing with excitement today as Geelong Cats icon Gary Ablett Jr. made a stunning return to his former club, this time stepping into a senior coaching role that has sent waves of optimism through the Cats faithful.

The club confirmed the bombshell development earlier today, triggering emotional scenes in Geelong as fans welcomed back one of the greatest players to ever wear the blue and white hoops. Ablett Jr., a dual Brownlow Medallist and premiership hero, is widely regarded as a once-in-a-generation talent whose legacy at Geelong remains unmatched.

Sources close to the club revealed that Ablett’s return is part of a broader strategy to strengthen leadership, culture, and on-field intelligence within the senior setup. His deep understanding of the game, combined with his calm authority and elite standards, is expected to have an immediate impact on the playing group.

Speaking briefly after the announcement, Ablett Jr. expressed his pride in returning to the club where his legendary career flourished. He emphasized his desire to give back, mentor the next generation, and help guide Geelong toward sustained success.

Club officials praised Ablett’s football IQ and leadership qualities, describing his appointment as “a powerful statement of intent.” Players were also reportedly thrilled, with many seeing his presence as both inspiring and grounding.