In a significant moment for the Geelong Cats this week, senior coach Chris Scott has spoken publicly about the roles and recent performances of two of the club’s most influential players, offering clarity and confidence as the season gathers momentum.
Addressing the media after training, Scott highlighted the importance of leadership, adaptability, and consistency within his squad, singling out Patrick Dangerfield and Tom Stewart for their impact both on and off the field. According to the premiership-winning coach, the duo continue to set the standard at the club during a demanding phase of the campaign.
Scott praised Dangerfield’s evolving role through the midfield and forward rotations, noting that his experience and physical presence remain invaluable. “Patrick’s ability to influence games in multiple ways is something very few players can do,” Scott said. “Even when he’s not dominating the stat sheet, his leadership and contested work lift everyone around him.”
Turning to Stewart, Scott was equally emphatic about the defender’s importance to Geelong’s structure. He described Stewart as the “organising voice” of the backline, crediting his reading of the play and calm decision-making under pressure. “Tom gives us enormous stability,” Scott explained. “His consistency and football IQ allow others to play with confidence.”
The comments come at a crucial time for the Cats, as they balance experienced stars with emerging talent while pushing to remain competitive against a strong AFL field. Scott stressed that managing workloads and roles will be key moving forward, but made it clear that the leadership group remains central to Geelong’s ambitions.
With finals aspirations firmly in sight, Scott’s words will reassure Cats fans that the club’s core leaders are performing their roles effectively and setting the tone for the challenges ahead. As the season unfolds, all eyes will remain on how these influential figures continue to shape Geelong’s push for success.
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