I really find it quite pathetic that prospective coaches are being “scared away” from the process because James Hird has applied and they are exerting pressure for the club to not interview him so these gutless wonders can have a free run. Make no mistake the perceived “top liners” will NOT be entering the process unless they have been given an undertaking they will get the job. They will not just enter the “process” and hope to win because if they lose their brand is significantly diminished. James is happy to go head to head with anyone and let the club decide, unfortunately the other pussies want a more guaranteed outcome. If I was Essendon I’d welcome their application, give no guarantees and see how the interview process pans out. If they ask if Hird is going to get the nod I’d just tell them “If James Hird is the best candidate through the process of course he will…..are you doubting your credentials against his? If so you’re probably not the right person for the gig”.
What is all of this James Hird paranoia about? Personally I’d select him immediately. He’s an outstanding candidate with great experience and knowledge. Hinkley wouldn’t compete with Hird that’s why he’s taking his precious stance. Hinkley and Simpson are trying to manipulate the process. Just make a decision…..one is yes I’m in the other is no I’m not. You can’t have it both ways by saying I’ll nominate if you delete Hirds application. I’m a Hird fan. Couldn’t give a stuff about the past (which is a whole suspicious story in itself by AFL) I’m only interested in the very best person to lift the club out of the mire and return it to respect and success - and that’s James Hird.
The ferret’s will come hard now.
Queue Caro 2 pager in the Age - she’s writing her garbage now. From under their rocks they come.
How large our balls. 🤔