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Football => Richmond Rant => Topic started by: one-eyed on September 20, 2025, 03:49:34 PM

Title: General preseason training discussion [merged]
Post by: one-eyed on September 20, 2025, 03:49:34 PM: Very early preseason training news well before the formal preseason starts.

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Title: Re: General preseason training discussion [merged]
Post by: one-eyed on October 15, 2025, 10:10:19 PM: Off-season training pics - 15/10/2025

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Title: Re: General preseason training discussion [merged]
Post by: Tiger Khosh on October 15, 2025, 11:33:39 PM: Get that disgusting jersey off Harry :thumbsdown
Title: Re: General preseason training discussion [merged]
Post by: taztiger4 on October 15, 2025, 11:47:30 PM: Quote from: Tiger Khosh on October 15, 2025, 11:33:39 PM
Get that disgusting jersey off Harry :thumbsdown

eff off :)
Title: Re: General preseason training discussion [merged]
Post by: one-eyed on November 08, 2025, 02:44:55 AM: Off-season training - Nov 7, 2025

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Title: Re: General preseason training discussion [merged]
Post by: WilliamPowell on November 09, 2025, 10:19:07 PM: Just a reminder that Pre-season starts tomorrow

1-3 year players officially

Reckon some of the older blokes will be there as well
Title: Re: General preseason training discussion [merged]
Post by: one-eyed on November 10, 2025, 10:47:46 PM: Sounds of the Track: Preseason Day One

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Title: Re: General preseason training discussion [merged]
Post by: one-eyed on November 10, 2025, 11:38:04 PM: Day One Preseason Pics - 10th November

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Title: Re: General preseason training discussion [merged]
Post by: one-eyed on November 14, 2025, 08:15:20 PM: Training pics from today's session:

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Title: Re: General preseason training discussion [merged]
Post by: Andyy on November 14, 2025, 11:31:37 PM: Lalor still looks like he needs to trim a little puppy fat
Title: Re: General preseason training discussion [merged]
Post by: one-eyed on November 15, 2025, 02:34:23 PM: Track Watch: Pre-Season Week One

By Richmond Media
Nov 15, 2025

Now that the 2026 AFL Fixture has officially landed, all eyes are locked in on our Round 1 date with Carlton at the MCG.

Set for Thursday 12 March, that’s just under 120 days away.

And things are certainly ramping up at the Swinburne Centre, as we recap a busy week one of pre-season.

It’s worth noting that only the first-to-four-year players are required for the first two weeks, before the full squad returns on November 24 for our pre-season community camp trip to Yarrawonga and the surrounding areas.

Veteran Tom Lynch was the first Tiger out on Monday morning, moving through his warm-up routine, running lines and sharpening up his kicking, before the team gathered for their first meeting back.

While Lynch isn’t required back just yet, it’s positive to see the 236-gamer focused on his craft.

Then, all attention turned to the first-to-four-year players, on their official first week back.

Seth Campbell arrived in style, channelling his inner Anthony Edwards by sporting his number five Minnesota Timberwolves jersey as he kicked off his fourth pre-season at the Swinburne Centre. The energetic pressure forward didn’t miss a beat throughout the on-field training sessions this week, leading to every kick, and taking the ball clean as if it were a match day.

Steely Green impressed in week one of pre-season, showing composure and elite execution on the field. The lively small forward looked sharp, hitting targets with precision and making quick decisions while under pressure.

New recruit Patrick Retschko burst onto the training track for his first run in his new colours, immediately looking at home as he reunited with some of his junior teammates. The 19-year-old showcased his trademark run-and-carry and impressive handball speed throughout the sessions. He also wears elite green boots. Worth keeping your eyes out for them!

After missing the back end of his debut season due to a hamstring injury, Sam Lalor returned to training in style. He lit up the track with his explosiveness and elite kicking skills, with the number one draft pick also marking the ball clean, showcasing his confidence in aerial contests.

Tom Brown created some laughter when a playful snap during their jog back for a drink break nearly caused some friendly fire.

Development Coach recruit, Luke Breust, wasted no time getting to know the group, running stoppage drills in the attacking 50 for young forwards, Taj Hotton, Jasper Alger and Green. The young crop of Tigers are already gaining plenty from Hawthorn’s three-time premiership champion.

Kane McAuliffe was working closely with Development Coach Jack Ziebell, throwing him ground balls, emulating winning the ball off a tap from centre square.

By Friday, a few more familiar faces joined the group, with Maurice Rioli and Ben Miller completing early morning runs with Hugo Ralphsmith. Jack Ross also joined the veteran group for a gym session, before the young players hit the track in the Melbourne sun.

It’s safe to say after just one week, it’s clear our first-to-four players have returned to the Swinburne Centre with an immense focus, energy, and intensity. Every player was dialled in and displayed positive signs, with Adem Yze calling for an “all in” approach to the training sessions.

Further excitement is in store next week, with the young core getting another important week of work in, before Richmond adds to its impressive group of youngsters at the AFL Draft on Wednesday and Thursday night.

https://www.richmondfc.com.au/news/1929612/track-watch-pre-season-week-one
Title: Re: General preseason training discussion [merged]
Post by: one-eyed on November 16, 2025, 11:17:30 PM: Another important week of work begins tomorrow (https://abs-0.twimg.com/emoji/v2/svg/1f4aa.svg) (https://abs-0.twimg.com/emoji/v2/svg/1f3cb.svg)

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https://x.com/Richmond_FC/status/1989962893924995440
Title: Re: General preseason training discussion [merged]
Post by: one-eyed on November 22, 2025, 01:40:55 PM: Track Watch: Pre-Season Week Two

All the insights from the second week of Richmond's pre-season.

RFC website
Nov 22, 2025

Week two of the pre-season saw several veterans return to the Swinburne Centre, while our one-to-four year players continued their strong preparations for 2026.

Three-time premiership player, Nathan Broad, and 2025 Jack Dyer Medallist, Tim Taranto, made an early entry on Monday morning to complete their gym session away from the younger group, with their trademark focus and strength in tow.

Out on the Punt Road Oval, the first-to-four-year players began the week with some up-and-down pace running, with Assistant Coach, Chris Newman, and VFL Coach, Jack Madgen, even joining the group.

A simulated match drill on Monday saw players split up into two teams, wearing black and grey training tops. The drill started with a contest on the wing, with both teams fighting for possession to work the ball into their attacking 50.

A play from Kaleb Smith was a highlight, when he won the ball cleanly and finished the play off with an accurate kick, lacing out a lead from our new No.8, Jonty Faull.

Young gun Luke Trainor hasn't missed a beat, picking up right where he left off from his debut season, impressing on the track by leading the pack in sprinting drills. The 19-year-old was hard to miss, sporting brand-new bright orange Puma boots.

Later in the week, key utility Noah Balta was back on the track, joining Tom Lynch for an early morning running session. The endurance showcased by the pair was evident, with their strong running intent something fans can get excited about.

Just before the clock ticked over 8.30am on Friday, Hugo Ralphsmith, Jack Ross, and Ben Miller joined Lynch and Balta, all in a determined and focused mood as they continued their endurance training.

Most excitingly, Smith celebrated his 21st birthday, with the whole squad celebrating his day before training began.

Back out on the track, Samson Ryan was moving around nicely, lacing out kicks and taking strong overhead marks, whilst weaving around cones in a skills drill. The 24-year-old appeared to have recovered strongly from his foot injury that saw him miss a string of games this season.

High Performance Manager Ben Serpell took Sam Lalor, Harry Armstrong, Trainor, Jasper Alger, Liam Fawcett and Faull through their paces, conducting fast sprint drills from the pocket of Punt Road Oval. The youngsters didn’t take a backwards step as they took off from the start line with intent and purpose.

Pressure forward Rhyan Mansell impressed with his piercing kick and clean hands in a basic patterns drill. Fresh off an 18-goal season, Mansell was moving the ball effortlessly with his run and accurate kicking as the side practised transitioning the ball around the oval.

Seth Campbell was making sure everyone remained hydrated at a drinks break, where he was squirting Assistant Coach Chris Newman with his drink bottle, who remained rather unbothered by his antics.

Tom Brown looked strong in a seven vs five keeping off drill, moving into space and commanding the ball, then drilling the kick in transition. His work rate was on full display, as he followed up his kick down the line to receive a handball on the move.

Judson Clarke and Tom Sims were making inroads in the Club gym as they continued to work their way back from injury.

Tyler Sonsie brought the pressure to training on Friday, working hard off the ball in a diamond drill, making two intercept plays on the run.

The side finished the week with a light full oval scrimmage, where recruit Patrick Retschko showcased his elite run off the wing. The 19-year-old then pushed forward, gathering the ball cleanly from a spilled contest before creating space and calmly slotting a goal.

Pre-season is set to heat up next week, as the entire playing squad returns for our community and training camp in Yarrawonga and the surrounding areas.

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https://www.richmondfc.com.au/news/1933068/track-watch-pre-season-week-two
Title: Re: General preseason training discussion [merged]
Post by: Andyy on November 22, 2025, 05:30:22 PM: Trainor looks good, still wiry but been on the weights a bit in the shoulders
Title: Re: General preseason training discussion [merged]
Post by: MintOnLamb on November 23, 2025, 09:16:30 PM: McCauliffe looks good
Title: Re: General preseason training discussion [merged]
Post by: one-eyed on November 25, 2025, 01:05:20 AM: Pics from yesterday's training with the full squad back along with the new draftees.

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Title: Re: General preseason training discussion [merged]
Post by: ajGreen on November 29, 2025, 01:06:13 PM: I could not find the thread on the topic.
Title: Re: General preseason training discussion [merged]
Post by: ajGreen on November 29, 2025, 01:07:12 PM: Rioli looks in good nick. Light years difference from when he first arrived. Hopefully the fitness is up to scratch too.
Title: Re: General preseason training discussion [merged]
Post by: Andyy on November 29, 2025, 02:41:45 PM: Quote from: ajGreen on November 29, 2025, 01:07:12 PM
Rioli looks in good nick. Light years difference from when he first arrived. Hopefully the fitness is up to scratch too.

Saw a pic of him on FB, actually doesn't look chubby/puppy fat for the first time during preseason phase
Quite lean indeed.
Title: Re: General preseason training discussion [merged]
Post by: Tiger Khosh on November 29, 2025, 04:57:19 PM: Has the club released an updated injury list? Would be good to know who we have on delayed starts and who on managed programs
Title: Re: General preseason training discussion [merged]
Post by: ajGreen on November 29, 2025, 05:18:10 PM: Jasper Alger seems to be a decent size too.
.still 18 years old
Title: Re: General preseason training discussion [merged]
Post by: Hard Roar Tiger on November 29, 2025, 06:28:27 PM: Quote from: Tiger Khosh on November 29, 2025, 04:57:19 PM
Has the club released an updated injury list? Would be good to know who we have on delayed starts and who on managed programs

TK, it will only consist of about 70% being TBC and the rest being 3-5 weeks for the next 3 months so it’s hardly useful.
Title: Re: General preseason training discussion [merged]
Post by: Tiger Khosh on November 29, 2025, 10:48:41 PM: Quote from: Hard Roar Tiger on November 29, 2025, 06:28:27 PM
Quote from: Tiger Khosh on November 29, 2025, 04:57:19 PM
Has the club released an updated injury list? Would be good to know who we have on delayed starts and who on managed programs

TK, it will only consist of about 70% being TBC and the rest being 3-5 weeks for the next 3 months so it’s hardly useful.

:lol :lol :lol
Title: Re: General preseason training discussion [merged]
Post by: Tiger Khosh on November 29, 2025, 10:51:20 PM: Hopefully Grlj has groins of steel because his lateral movement is the faster I’ve ever seen.
Title: Re: General preseason training discussion [merged]
Post by: one-eyed on November 30, 2025, 03:02:44 AM: Quote from: ajGreen on November 29, 2025, 01:06:13 PM
I could not find the thread on the topic.
Tiger training thread.

https://oneeyed-richmond.com/forum/index.php?topic=2565.msg799922#msg799922

I'll merge this.
Title: Re: General preseason training discussion [merged]
Post by: one-eyed on November 30, 2025, 03:08:59 AM: Training pics Friday Nov 28:

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Title: Re: General preseason training discussion [merged]
Post by: one-eyed on November 30, 2025, 03:36:58 AM: Track Watch: Pre-Season Week Three

RFC website
Nov 29, 2025

A busy week at Tigerland marked the return of the full playing list, while our community and pre-season camp also took place in Yarrawonga and the surrounding areas.

Young gun Kane McAuliffe rolled in on Monday sporting an Adelaide 36ers jersey, alongside fellow South Australian, Sam Cumming, who, along with the other 2025 draftees, entered the Swinburne Centre doors for the first time.

Veteran Jayden Short brought plenty of strong vibes to the track with a fresh buzz cut and plenty of voice to get the group motivated to start the week.

In lieu of the 2km time trial this year, the squad opted for a Bronco Test, chasing each layer of cones up and down the field.

As revealed on the Talking Tigers draft special, running machine Patrick Retschko recorded the best time of the Bronco, no surprise considering his status as an elite athlete and runner.

Forwards Tom Lynch and Jonty Faull were both strong in their strides throughout the test, setting the tone amongst the key position players.

Rhyan Mansell, Taj Hotton, James Trezise and Maurice Rioli kept tight as a unit before an eager Mansell pushed away to finish strong.

All in all, it was positive to see so many bodies confidently complete their endurance running with independence and belief.

Skill execution was the main focus of Monday's session, where the newly appointed No. 4, Sam Lalor, bounced around the track in an ABC handball and kicking drill. Lalor was zipping his way around the cones en route to collect the football, once again showing his strong hands and elite kick, lacing up targets with speed and precision.

Seth Campbell also impressed in the same drill, showing his agility and fast footwork as he moved around the cones, not missing a kick when disposing of the footy.

Tasmanian duo, Toby Nankervis and Sam Banks, put in a solid session on the assault bikes, getting some mileage into their legs and arms. Nick Vlastuin also wasted no time getting to work in the gym, smashing out some rope pull-downs.

First-round draft picks, Cumming and Sam Grlj integrated into the group seamlessly, putting their skills to the test in a multi-kick drill, hitting up targets on the lead as they worked the ball around the oval. Cumming showed his poise when marking the ball in the air, while Grlj showed his elite burst and speed when running off the mark.

The team then boarded the buses for Yarrawonga, where they made themselves at home at The Sebel, before a full day of community activities on Tuesday.

From Yarrawonga to Numurkah to Cobram and Corowa, Richmond players visited local schools, aged care facilities, hospitals, men’s sheds and hosted kids clinics, with lifelong memories made with hundreds of members of the Tiger Army.

Before the footballs came out on Wednesday, each line group participated in a river swim, a gym session at Priority Gym 24/7, line meetings, a hearty lunch and some cricket and games at The Sebel.

On the J.C Lowe Oval, all eyes were on the newest Tigers, with Grlj, Cumming, Zane Peucker, Noah Roberts-Thomson, and train-ons Tom Burton and Marcus Krasnadamskis, put through their paces.

Cumming’s commitment and laser-sharp focus were on display, as he kept his head down and led his fellow draftees through run-throughs and testing.

Meanwhile, competition was hot between Banks and Kaleb Smith in their touch skill session, quickly and cleanly moving the ball and building energy while doing so.

Tim Taranto was mic’d up for the session and displayed tremendous leadership, working closely with Assistant Coach, Midfield/Stoppages, Sam Lonergan, mentoring the younger group of midfielders, and looking as sharp as ever.

Samson Ryan stood tall, and the forwards and midfielders ran through forward-50 entry drills, clonking impactful marks under Lynch’s watchful eye.

The week’s final training session saw Richmond land at the Corowa Football Club on Friday, and zinc was passed around aplenty.

Luke Trainor caught attention with his bright pink and orange Puma boots, staking his claim for the best football accessory of the pre-season. Retschko’s green boots now have some serious competition.

Ben Miller led the way through sprint drills, followed closely by McAuliffe on the impressively kept Corowa Oval.

Faull was prominent in end-to-end run-throughs, highlighting his genuine aerial improvement and confidence in contests.

Grlj utilised the keepings-off contest to show off his blistering speed, collecting the ball from Hotton and charging forward without a doubt in his mind.

Such confidence lifted the group, and saw fellow draftee Peucker take risks streaming out of defence, after being handed the ball by Cumming in smooth fashion.

It was a successful and uniting week in Yarrawonga, with the group now ready to settle back into life at the Swinburne Centre, as another important week of work looms.

https://www.richmondfc.com.au/news/1936507/track-watch-pre-season-week-three
Title: Re: General preseason training discussion [merged]
Post by: one-eyed on November 30, 2025, 03:40:23 AM: Quote from: Andyy on November 29, 2025, 02:41:45 PM
Quote from: ajGreen on November 29, 2025, 01:07:12 PM
Rioli looks in good nick. Light years difference from when he first arrived. Hopefully the fitness is up to scratch too.

Saw a pic of him on FB, actually doesn't look chubby/puppy fat for the first time during preseason phase
Quite lean indeed.
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Title: Re: General preseason training discussion [merged]
Post by: one-eyed on November 30, 2025, 03:51:38 AM: Quote from: ajGreen on November 29, 2025, 05:18:10 PM
Jasper Alger seems to be a decent size too.
.still 18 years old
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Title: Re: General preseason training discussion [merged]
Post by: Damo on November 30, 2025, 10:55:22 AM: Wow MRJ finally looks like an AFL footballer

Great effort to come back looking like that !!
Title: Re: General preseason training discussion [merged]
Post by: Hard Roar Tiger on November 30, 2025, 02:57:29 PM: Spot on Damo. Your daughter must be getting excited!
Title: Re: General preseason training discussion [merged]
Post by: one-eyed on November 30, 2025, 04:53:28 PM: The [Friday] session went well in warm and humid conditions. The ball movement was clean, particularly from the 1 to 4 year players who make up the bulk of our list and have been training for a couple of weeks now. The coaches were happy with the session and the GPS numbers were at a level that a hill sprint session near town was not needed.

https://www.richmondfc.com.au/news/1936673/slowys-pre-season-camp-blog-day-3
Title: Re: General preseason training discussion [merged]
Post by: Damo on November 30, 2025, 05:32:42 PM: Quote from: Hard Roar Tiger on November 30, 2025, 02:57:29 PM
Spot on Damo. Your daughter must be getting excited!

My Mrs :lol :lol :lol
MRJ and Lynch

Shouts at the tv any time they get near it
Title: Re: General preseason training discussion [merged]
Post by: Hard Roar Tiger on November 30, 2025, 06:54:15 PM: Quote from: Damo on November 30, 2025, 05:32:42 PM
Quote from: Hard Roar Tiger on November 30, 2025, 02:57:29 PM
Spot on Damo. Your daughter must be getting excited!

My Mrs :lol :lol :lol
MRJ and Lynch

Shouts at the tv any time they get near it

Ha ha, love it tho :cheers
Title: Re: General preseason training discussion [merged]
Post by: Andyy on December 01, 2025, 09:20:51 AM: Hope they're training the house down.

Best pre-season ever.

Added lots of muscle etc.
Title: Re: General preseason training discussion [merged]
Post by: Willy on December 01, 2025, 09:52:07 AM: all players are now training with the midfield group... :shh
Title: Re: General preseason training discussion [merged]
Post by: camboon on December 01, 2025, 06:12:16 PM: We all want to know who’s BOG on the training track , who’s tearing up the track .
Title: Re: General preseason training discussion [merged]
Post by: one-eyed on December 02, 2025, 08:46:56 PM: (https://pbs.twimg.com/media/G7G4O5Ka8AAEwDh?format=jpg&name=large)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/G7G4O5hbgAIboJh?format=jpg&name=large)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/G7G4O7ibgAEG_SE?format=jpg&name=large)
https://x.com/Nerds4lifeSC/status/1995578684481433832

ps. Credit here should go to Caesar who goes to every training session at Punt Rd. He's a good bloke. I used to go and watch training with him before my current job got in the way of going. Bloody work! :P ;D
Title: Re: General preseason training discussion [merged]
Post by: one-eyed on December 03, 2025, 05:08:02 PM: Jasper Alger and Taj Hotton join Triple M's Rush Hour with Daisy and Lehmo to talk all things preseason.

VIDEO: https://www.richmondfc.com.au/video/1938403/alger-and-hotton-on-triple-m?videoId=1938403&modal=true&type=video&publishFrom=1764728403001
Title: Re: General preseason training discussion [merged]
Post by: one-eyed on December 04, 2025, 12:11:09 AM: Fun in the sun (https://abs-0.twimg.com/emoji/v2/svg/2600.svg)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/G7OPzofbsAASEif?format=jpg&name=large) (https://pbs.twimg.com/media/G7OPzogbgAA5p53?format=jpg&name=large)
https://x.com/Richmond_FC/status/1996097184379580519
Title: Re: General preseason training discussion [merged]
Post by: one-eyed on December 05, 2025, 05:58:01 PM: High Performance Update

By Richmond Media
Dec 5, 2025, 4:45 pm

High Performance Manager Ben Serpell gives a Pre-Season high performance update ahead of the Christmas break.

With a month of Pre-Season officially done and dusted, Serpell delved into updates surrounding the recent Bronco Run, load management and return-to-play expectations.

"We set the guys a challenging task in the off-season, to get a bit of training done. They trained hard," Serpell told Richmond Media at the end of week four of Pre-Season.

"We ran a Bronco run two weeks ago, when the senior guys came back. Everyone came back in a better position than they were this time last year, with a lot of PBs.

"And the simple fact is, we've got 30 per cent more of the guys training out on the park training at the moment

"It's a very good position to be in, and it's giving us the opportunity to do more football."

Serpell explained the importance of completing a new running test, with the Club opting to move from the 2km time trail to the Bronco this summer.

"The Bronco is a shuttle-based test. They run out, 20 metres and back, 40 metres, 60 metres. They do that five times," he explained.

"We choose to do that, as we feel that's more relevant to football, rather than a slow and steady 2km time trial.

"Football, as you see, is a lot of change of direction, so we like to test that as well.

"The boys came back in really good shape, so we want to get more footy into them. Between now and Christmas, we will get some big sessions in, get close to game load and doing as much football as possible."

Load Management:

"We like to look after some of our older guys at this time of year. Tom Lynch, Toby Nankervis, Jacob Hopper, Tim Taranto and Dion Prestia," Serpell said.

"We tend to make sure they're not doing too much at this time of year, to get them through to January and get a lot of training done there.

"The reality is, Lynch has done more training this Pre-Season, than he has the last two years, and the same with Dion.

"We'll keep looking after them for a while and see them have more time on the track in early January."

https://www.richmondfc.com.au/news/1939246/high-performance-update-pre-season
Title: Re: General preseason training discussion [merged]
Post by: one-eyed on December 06, 2025, 01:37:51 AM: VIDEO:

Friday HUSTLE!

(https://cf-images.ap-southeast-2.prod.boltdns.net/v1/static/6057984922001/4ba7788f-34ca-46f2-86f9-3236fcdc6102/eb5fa88f-dae7-4610-9d1c-04318bcab167/1280x720/match/image.jpg) (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9m0uB6x9OXg)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9m0uB6x9OXg
Title: Re: General preseason training discussion [merged]
Post by: Tiger Khosh on December 06, 2025, 09:22:34 AM: So based on the injury report, other than the oldies being managed due to being old, we have 4 players listed. Lalor and Vlas are pretty much good to go and it’s just Smillie and Sims who aren’t in full training and doubtful to be available for round 1.

Not bad, let’s hope no one gets added to that.
Title: Re: General preseason training discussion [merged]
Post by: one-eyed on December 06, 2025, 01:57:46 PM: Track Watch: Pre-Season Week Four

RFC website
Dec 6, 2025

Richmond returned to the Swinburne Centre on Monday morning, fresh off its week-long camp in Yarrawonga, wasting no time jumping back into training.

After a warm-up lap around the centre square, the group began training with a basic ABC handball and kicking drill.

Liam Fawcett was looking dangerous on foot, weaving through coaches who were emulating defenders, then nailing his kicks by lacing out his targets.

Similarly, Jayden Short was moving well, showcasing his composure and poise with the ball in hand. Now in his 12th pre-season, the 29-year-old isn't showing any signs of slowing down, leading the new crop of Tigers with his voice and training standards.

On the other side of the oval, Mykelti Lefau was moving well through a drill that required players to do 20-meter run-throughs while holding weights. Lefau was quick off the mark, showcasing his explosiveness, power and drive through the legs, setting himself up nicely for a strong pre-season campaign.

Lefau recovered from his calf injury to play in the VFL Elimination Final in September.

In his second week at the Club, Sam Cumming continued his good form, moving the ball cleanly by hand and by foot throughout skill exception drills.

It wouldn't be pre-season without some high-intensity running drills, with the team participating in a block of 100-meter sprints up and down the field.

Jasper Alger, Kane McAuliffe and Patrick Retschko were striding through the runs, keeping a tight group at the front of the pack.

Off the back of his career-best season, key defender Ben Miller has picked up where he left off, looking extremely confident in a multi-kick drill, working the ball down both wings of the oval.

The 25-year-old showed his composure when off-routing the ball as he would in defence, hitting up a strong lead by Tom Lynch as he laced it out into the attacking 50.

By this time, the clouds had rolled over the Swinburne Centre, with the rain starting to pour in heavily, offering an opportunity for the players to work on their skills in wet conditions.

Young gun, Taj Hotton, seemed to have no issues in the rain, scooping the ball up cleanly in a stoppage drill while weaving through defensive pressure in transition.

Forwards, Jonty Faull and Lynch, were strong lead-up targets for whenever the ball came into the attacking 50, leading up with intent and purpose despite the wet and slippery conditions.

With the sun begging to come out again, James Trezise shined, as he brought the pressure in a 9 vs 5 decision-making drill, taking a huge leaping intercept mark, setting the tone for the defenders.

Sam Lalor looked dominant in the 9 vs 5, commanding the ball through the middle of the designated area, not afraid to take on the defenders and break open the game for his teammates.

By Wednesday, the summer weather finally arrived in Melbourne and the program was up and about.

Josh Smillie was all smiles as he completed his biking outside near the main group, with Tom Sims also looking strong through his rehab work.

Lalor’s enthusiasm was high, guiding the 2025 draftees through their paces, while Faull’s superboot stole the show, as the exciting forward was nailing goals from approximately 65 metres out.

Jack Ross’ strength was on display during an offensive drill, as he slotted a clean goal from 45 out, after taking the ball on the run from Seth Campbell. Miller utilised his strength to pressure the forward group throughout the drill.

All eyes turned to Hugo Ralphsmith as he impressed through traffic, offering elite agility and showing improvement in his ball anticipation.

Maurice Rioli and Ross embraced the ‘full noise’ mantra, clashing in a full-ground drill focused on decision-making, with the pair quickly bouncing to their feet after both solidly chasing the ball.

The hunger continued as Cumming and McAuliffe put in full-ground sprint efforts to receive the ball off the wing and stream into forward 50.

Noah Roberts-Thomson also stood out by applying strong pressure across the field, while Josh Gibcus remained composed with his pinpoint accurate kicks from half back.

A positive and strong session from the entire group saw Alger tackling with ferocity, Campbell and Tyler Sonsie battling across the wing, and Ross and Ralphsmith standing tall.

The players also got up and about for Jacob Hopper and Kaleb Smith, who had the boxing gloves on for some strength sessions on the sidelines.

Friday marked the end of a successful week on the track, with Short’s energy high as usual, leading the group through their warm ups.

But the highlight of the last working day of the week came when each of the four 2025 draftees families came to visit at the Swinburne Centre.

Sam Grlj, Cumming, Roberts-Thomson and Zane Peucker’s loved ones received a tour of the facilities, ate lunch at the Club, and got to see their boys in action amongst the veterans.

It didn’t take long for Grlj to start shining, with his pace around a full-ground drill, alongside Ross, impressing more than just his family.

Harry Armstrong stood tall in a tackling drill, taking down Seth Campbell in a friendly clash, while Peucker kept pace around the footy.

It was a wonderful way for each player to see a fresh side of their newest teammates, and it rounded out another important week of building on the track.

https://www.richmondfc.com.au/news/1939151/track-watch-pre-season-week-four
Title: Re: General preseason training discussion [merged]
Post by: one-eyed on December 09, 2025, 10:58:32 PM: (https://resources.richmondfc.com.au/photo-resources/2025/12/08/d61c4623-26a3-4a08-96aa-ac2e58469d23/XSu1x6Rb.jpg?width=451&height=268) (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zcslHSy9D_c)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zcslHSy9D_c
Title: Re: General preseason training discussion [merged]
Post by: one-eyed on December 09, 2025, 11:24:46 PM: Training pics - December 8

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https://www.richmondfc.com.au/albums/1940097/afl-training-december-8-2025?modal=true&type=gallery&playlistId=1940097&playlistSize=70#
Title: Re: General preseason training discussion [merged]
Post by: one-eyed on December 11, 2025, 12:07:01 AM: (https://resources.richmondfc.com.au/photo-resources/2025/12/09/2bcaceb2-612c-4ec2-b909-fce958a88b08/2025-Web-templates-6-.png?width=1064&height=600) (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fpBr5UufOhI)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fpBr5UufOhI
Title: Re: General preseason training discussion [merged]
Post by: one-eyed on December 13, 2025, 12:59:05 AM: (https://resources.richmondfc.com.au/photo-resources/2025/12/12/e126ce9c-e3f4-41d0-a801-f0af0b4c1e2a/D3mtTfIf.jpg?width=451&height=268) (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bjBdwoFqsbc)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bjBdwoFqsbc
Title: Re: General preseason training discussion [merged]
Post by: one-eyed on December 13, 2025, 01:03:58 AM: Training report on yesterday's session by poster The Vaucluse on BF:

https://www.bigfooty.com/forum/threads/pre-season-2026.1401710/post-90426736
Title: Re: General preseason training discussion [merged]
Post by: one-eyed on December 13, 2025, 05:38:45 PM: Track Watch: Pre-Season Week Five

RFC website
Dec 13, 2025

The final full week of pre-season training before the Christmas break brought some Melbourne sunshine to the Swinburne Centre, as the group carried infectious energy into every session.

Draftee Noah Roberts-Thomson looked to be hitting his stride early in the week, running the ball with pace and lacing out his targets with his precise left foot kicking.

Patrick Retschko continued to impress with his elite running ability, making his presence known in the side's 100-meter sprints by leading from the front of the pack.

Small forward Maurice Rioli was back to his speedy best, zipping around the oval in a multi-kick drill, hitting up leads with intent and pace in his flashy new orange boots. Rioli is looking primed to enter 2026 fit and firing.

In between drills, Rhyan Mansell was showing off his elite goal-kicking skills, practising his set shots over defender Josh Gibcus as well as scooping a few ground balls off the deck to run on and snap them through the big sticks.

Richmond’s talls, Oliver Hayes-Brown and Samson Ryan, practised their ruck craft in the pocket of the oval with Ruck Coach Ivan Maric. The pair battled for position as if they were in a ruck contest on game day, making each other stronger as they tussled to win the hitout on repeat.

Seth Campbell’s forward pressure was striking, taking intercepts and laying big tackles in the gauntlet handball drill, where players were placed in a five vs five scenario working the ball to each respective endzone. Campbell’s read for the play and fast feet set him up to intercept the ball and make things challenging for the opposing team.

Forward Mykelti Lefau made his presence felt in a nine vs seven decision-making drill, attacking the ball, breaking tackles and hitting his kick on disposal. Lefau ran up and down the wing of the oval, making himself an option and bailing his teammates out of trouble when under pressure.

Young gun Harry Armstrong is looking primed for a big 2026 season as he impressed in a full oval scrimmage drill, where he took a big leaping mark about 45 meters out and proceeded to go back and slot the goal cleanly. His strong hands and attack on the footy are what made him a real threat in the forward line during his first year at the Swinburne Centre, a skill that has only gone from strength to strength this off-season.

By Tuesday, the focus turned to craft work and small group analysis and skills. Campbell Gray led from the front, as he set up a drill with Jayden Short, Tyler Sonsie and Steely Green.

Gray’s confidence has grown this pre-season, proven through his voice, which he utilised during a full-ground drill, commanding his fellow backmen to switch across the half-back line.

Wednesday started with Tim Taranto showing off his impressive juggling skills while he was waiting for Luke Trainor to pull on his footy boots, before the pair decided to warm up together with some handballing and kicking.

Trainor proceeded to get reps in with Development Coach Jack Ziebell by practising his kick off the mark and kicking after winning ground balls. The 19-year-old appeared to be moving with confidence in each stride as his skills by foot look even more dangerous than last season.

Sam Grlj’s pace and agility were on full display mid-week, taking the ball strongly off the rebounding net, weaving through cones, and then lacing up the lead from Rioli.

Recruit Zane Peucker appears to be growing in confidence, taking on the game by foot in a nine vs six decision-making drill. The youngster showed his ability to run and carry, and a willingness to challenge the defenders.

Wednesday afternoon was one of connection, with the Club’s Belonging Day seeing players, coaches and admin staff come together for a uniting afternoon at the Swinburne Centre and the MCG, highlighting the strength of Richmond’s culture.

By Friday, it was full steam ahead on the hottest day of the week, with a familiar and popular face in Richmond great, Kamdyn McIntosh, watching on as the side completed their run through with voices positive and loud.

Rumour has it that the 213-gamer said that while he misses his mates, he doesn’t miss the running sessions that the pre-season serves up!

Dion Prestia led Campbell, Liam Fawcett and James Trezise in a small group skills session, while Jacob Hopper and Taranto took the draftees through touch.

Sam Cumming’s ability to read the play is on the improve, as he commanded the backline through a full-ground run through, before finding himself moving through the middle and supporting an energised Sam Lalor.

Grlj was a standout, and he confidently collected ground balls, taking on Noah Balta in the contest and shimmying through with speed.

Trainor was showing off his improved speed as he completed quick laps in the heat, while Taj Hotton joined Josh Smillie in the heat room on the exercise bikes.

Also, Retschko is still rocking those epic green boots.

With the final full week of pre-season training over, the squad will look ahead to a handful of skill sessions next week, before the Christmas break begins next Wednesday afternoon.

https://www.richmondfc.com.au/news/1941478/track-watch-pre-season-week-five
Title: Re: General preseason training discussion [merged]
Post by: Damo on December 14, 2025, 11:32:48 AM: Stopped reading at Mansell having elite goal kicking skills
Title: Re: General preseason training discussion [merged]
Post by: Hard Roar Tiger on December 14, 2025, 02:20:18 PM: Quote from: Damo on December 14, 2025, 11:32:48 AM
Stopped reading at Mansell having elite goal kicking skills

I would have said you are being too cynical until I read down to the end of the next paragraph.
Seriously. From the absurd to the ridiculous.
Title: Re: General preseason training discussion [merged]
Post by: MintOnLamb on December 14, 2025, 07:43:04 PM: Quote from: Hard Roar Tiger on December 14, 2025, 02:20:18 PM
Quote from: Damo on December 14, 2025, 11:32:48 AM
Stopped reading at Mansell having elite goal kicking skills

I would have said you are being too cynical until I read down to the end of the next paragraph.
Seriously. From the absurd to the ridiculous.
…big sticks… 🤔
Title: Re: General preseason training discussion [merged]
Post by: one-eyed on December 17, 2025, 05:58:13 PM: The Tigers have been carefully managing Taj Hotton – another player from that bumper 2024 draft class – early in the pre-season after he spent the first half of this year recovering from a knee reconstruction, before playing the final seven games in Adem Yze's side.

Josh Gibcus was rewarded with a recall in the final game of the home and away season after a long road back from an anterior cruciate ligament tear and has carried that momentum into the summer.

The 2021 pick No.9 has ticked off session after session to start the pre-season and continues to regain confidence in his body after a nightmare injury run since his debut season.

Sam Cumming – Richmond's first pick in this year's draft – has managed a shoulder injury dating back to late in the SANFL season across the first block of pre-season, but showed no signs of concern in match simulation on Wednesday morning.

Like Lalor, the Sunraysia product will be let off the leash across January and will have the chance to press his claims to be picked for the season-opener.

While Nathan Broad, Toby Nankervis and Jacob Hopper were managed on Wednesday, Hugo Ralphsmith was restricted to the rehab group after straining his hamstring earlier in the pre-season.

https://www.afl.com.au/news/1460650/richmond-tigers-young-gun-sam-lalor-clears-final-hurdle-after-hamstring-setbacks
Title: Re: General preseason training discussion [merged]
Post by: one-eyed on December 18, 2025, 12:13:22 AM: Training pics from yesterday (Wed 17/12):

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https://www.richmondfc.com.au/albums/1942817/afl-training-december-17-2025?modal=true&type=gallery&playlistId=1942817&playlistSize=47#
Title: Re: General preseason training discussion [merged]
Post by: one-eyed on December 18, 2025, 10:33:20 PM: (https://pbs.twimg.com/media/G8UOv5AbUAAznDa?format=jpg&name=large)
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https://x.com/Nerds4lifeSC/status/2001021832590450812
Title: Re: General preseason training discussion [merged]
Post by: one-eyed on December 25, 2025, 04:37:29 AM: New recruits, new roles: The real stars of every club’s pre-season

HeraldSun
24 Dec 2025

The first part of the 2026 campaign is already in the books as the players put their feet up for the Christmas break. We’ve got the inside word on who’s dominated your club’s pre-season.

RICHMOND

No.1 pick Sam Lalor is back in full training after hamstring surgery and has shown flashes of his explosive best through summer so far.

Recruit Patrick Retschko has entered the club immediately at the front of running drills and lead the group through a recent 100m sprint session.

Josh Smillie (quad) remains sidelined from main training until February but Mykelti Lefau and Josh Gibcus continue to tick off session after session.

https://www.codesports.com.au/afl/ultimate-preseason-track-watch-the-inside-word-at-every-clubs-summer-training/news-story/b1e3ccdbcf21080a1609d660b900338d
Title: Re: General preseason training discussion [merged]
Post by: one-eyed on January 01, 2026, 11:58:21 PM: 12 months in (https://abs-0.twimg.com/emoji/v2/svg/1f42f.svg) 2024 Draftees glow up (https://abs-0.twimg.com/emoji/v2/svg/1f31f.svg)

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https://x.com/Richmond_FC
Title: Re: General preseason training discussion [merged]
Post by: Damo on January 02, 2026, 01:54:22 AM: Smillie looks in worse nick than when he arrived
Title: Re: General preseason training discussion [merged]
Post by: Andyy on January 02, 2026, 09:24:51 AM: Quote from: Damo on January 02, 2026, 01:54:22 AM
Smillie looks in worse nick than when he arrived

He looks a bit fleshier in the face and his acne is breaking out too.

Otherwise the most distinct changes IMO are Lalor, Alger I think it is and Sims.
Title: Re: General preseason training discussion [merged]
Post by: Hard Roar Tiger on January 03, 2026, 05:39:25 PM: Quote from: Damo on January 02, 2026, 01:54:22 AM
Smillie looks in worse nick than when he arrived

Smillie looks in worse nick than me
Title: Re: General preseason training discussion [merged]
Post by: one-eyed on January 05, 2026, 09:48:00 PM: The players at your AFL team who are set to miss the start of the 2026 season

Mitch Keating
zerohanger.com
January 5, 2026

RICHMOND

Richmond youngster Judson Clarke was unfortunately sidelined by an ACL for the second time in as many years when he went down in the VFL in July. That injury places him out of action for the start of another season, with his last AFL game coming in Round 2 of the 2024 season. Second-year tall Thomas Sims is no certainty for Round 1 due to a foot concern, while Josh Smillie (quad) is working his way back from surgery and is unlikely to be seen until February.

https://www.zerohanger.com/the-players-at-your-afl-team-who-are-set-to-miss-the-start-of-the-2026-season-171958/
Title: Re: General preseason training discussion [merged]
Post by: one-eyed on January 08, 2026, 10:33:25 PM: Sounds of The Track: Thursday grind

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PylJyPMibAE
Title: Re: General preseason training discussion [merged]
Post by: one-eyed on January 08, 2026, 11:22:46 PM: Pics from today's (Thursday) return to training after the Christmas/New Year's break:

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(https://resources.richmondfc.com.au/photo-resources/2026/01/08/45e232c0-9cfb-424f-aad3-928074ed054f/Mykelti-Lefau-AFL-Training-January-8-2.jpg?height=500&width=500) (https://resources.richmondfc.com.au/photo-resources/2026/01/08/16d4b4c6-c78b-4248-b02f-9e04c286723e/Kaleb-Smith-AFL-Training-January-8.jpg?height=500&width=500)
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https://www.richmondfc.com.au/albums/1943457/afl-training-january-8-2026?modal=true&type=gallery&playlistId=1943457&playlistSize=41#
Title: Re: General preseason training discussion [merged]
Post by: one-eyed on January 09, 2026, 12:16:47 AM: Tigers hit track in style to kickstart 2026

Richmond returned to training in impressive fashion on Thursday.

By Richmond Media
Jan 8, 2026, 7:46 pm

With the Christmas and New Year’s break over, smiles and energy filled the Swinburne Centre on Thursday, as Richmond’s AFL list returned for the first training session of the year.

No time was wasted as the Tigers hit the ground running, with the Round 1 blockbuster against Carlton excitingly just over two months away.

After some skill sessions led by veterans Jayden Short and Tom Lynch, it was all eyes on the Bronco Run, back for 2026.

Jasper Alger led his pack, followed closely by Mykelti Lefau, both looking comfortable at high pace. Ruckman Ollie Hayes-Brown impressed, giving his all in the sprints, while Richmond’s youngest draftee, Zane Peucker, showed solid aerobic improvement from last year.

Dion Prestia was solid in his run, followed by Kaleb Smith and Steely Green, also looking confident in their strides.

It all came down to the final sprint, with draftee Sam Grlj pipping small forward Seth Campbell in an all-out gut run, much to the amusement of their teammates.

Patrick Retschko starred again, pushing through his sets with absolute ease and taking the win outright, followed closely by Green and Jack Ross.

For all those eagerly waiting for the update on what boots Retschko wore during the run, surprisingly, it was not his famous green boots, with the recruit opting for white ones instead.

Most impressive was the collective team Bronco improvement, with 16 personal best times recorded by the group, and three equal personal bests recorded.

Hugo Ralphsmith was back running at full speed, while Judson Clarke, who continues his ACL recovery, was locked in and participating in multiple sprint sessions as well as showing his face for some skills throughout the morning.

Nick Vlastuin also looked fit as he continued his return from his ankle surgery, running at speed around the oval, alongside Sam Banks.

Grlj and Sam Cumming dominated through fast hand drills, leaving their opponents in the dust as they showed off their summer running improvements.

Growth in size and speed for both Maurice Rioli and Green saw the pair dominating sprint drills, while James Trezise was tackling like his life depended on it in a full ground run through.

Attention turned to quick-thinking and decision making drills, with Harry Armstrong and Luke Trainor confident in their ball movement across the wing, promptly feeding the ball to a fit and firing Kane McAuliffe on the run, who is in ripping shape and form.

The draftees then hit the gym for their final session before heading off on their first-year camp in Lake Eildon, where they will work on their bonds and prepare for life as full-time footballers.

The squad worked through Melbourne’s January heatwave with ease, but it was their hunger, commitment and fitness that has everyone buzzing for what lies ahead this season.

https://www.richmondfc.com.au/news/1943559/tigers-hit-track-in-style-to-kickstart-2026
Title: Re: General preseason training discussion [merged]
Post by: OneEyedRichmond on January 09, 2026, 11:19:55 AM: A lot of mayo added to that article by the club… hope I’m wrong
Title: Re: General preseason training discussion [merged]
Post by: Damo on January 09, 2026, 03:19:36 PM: Quote from: OneEyedRichmond on January 09, 2026, 11:19:55 AM
A lot of mayo added to that article by the club… hope I’m wrong

Agree with you
It’s like a 16yo fan wrote it
Title: Re: General preseason training discussion [merged]
Post by: Assange Tiger 😎 on January 09, 2026, 04:18:47 PM: The Machine has taken up a role writing articles for the RFC website
Title: Re: General preseason training discussion [merged]
Post by: Hard Roar Tiger on January 10, 2026, 09:08:34 AM: Or the PR team who writes about Victoria’s big build projects
Title: Re: General preseason training discussion [merged]
Post by: MintOnLamb on January 10, 2026, 04:36:45 PM: Quote from: Hard Roar Tiger on January 10, 2026, 09:08:34 AM
Or the PR team who writes about Victoria’s big build projects
Are they the projects that didn’t go ahead, the ones 5 times over budget or the ones going ahead that we don’t need
Title: Re: General preseason training discussion [merged]
Post by: one-eyed on January 12, 2026, 11:19:28 PM: Draftees making moves (https://abs-0.twimg.com/emoji/v2/svg/1f3c3-200d-2642-fe0f.svg)(https://abs-0.twimg.com/emoji/v2/svg/27a1.svg)

Grlj
https://x.com/Richmond_FC/status/2010173364066021823/video/1
https://x.com/Richmond_FC/status/2010173364066021823/video/4

Campbell
https://x.com/Richmond_FC/status/2010173364066021823/video/2

Roberts-Thomson
https://x.com/Richmond_FC/status/2010173364066021823/video/3

https://x.com/Richmond_FC/status/2010173364066021823
Title: Re: General preseason training discussion [merged]
Post by: one-eyed on January 12, 2026, 11:46:17 PM: Pics from Monday's training:

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Title: Re: General preseason training discussion [merged]
Post by: one-eyed on January 13, 2026, 11:53:13 PM: The draftee that has impressed Rioli

By Anna Pavlou
Richmond Media
Jan 13, 2026

It hasn't taken long for Richmond's four draftees to make an instant impact at the Swinburne Centre, with one youngster in particular impressing small forward Maurice Rioli.

"I really like Sam Grlj, he's pretty quick. He's a competitor and he hates losing. That side of him [is impressive]," Rioli told Channel Seven.

The Tigers selected Grlj with the eighth pick in the draft, helping them address a need for speed, alongside fellow draftees Sam Cumming, Zane Peucker and Noah Roberts-Thomson, and recruit Patrick Retschko.

With Richmond's young group galvanised and already hitting their straps as pre-season kicks off for the new year, Rioli understands the importance of laying a strong foundation before the Round 1 blockbuster against Carlton.

"Connection [is vital], because we're a very young group. We just want to get to know each other well," Rioli said.

"We all want to play footy together and be on the same page going forward."

On a personal note, the 23-year-old is working hard on his agility and aerobic fitness, which became a key feature of his performances last season.

"I was training with one of my mates nearly every day [during the break], which kept me fit. I feel better for it," Rioli said.

https://www.richmondfc.com.au/news/1944051/the-draftee-that-has-impressed-rioli