The Bombers have officially appointed their new reserves mentor.
Essendon have announced the appointment of Blake Caracella as the VFL club’s new senior coach..
Caracella, an AFL industry veteran, has been a Bombers assistant for the past four seasons, with a focus on strengthening Essendon’s backline..
The veteran assistant played 126 games for the Bombers and also coached under Damien Hardwick at Richmond..
Caracella expressed his excitement at taking on this new challenge and starting to develop the Essendon playing group..
“I am very excited about the challenge and opportunity to coach this VFL team,” Caracella said in a club statement on Friday afternoon..
“Together with other coaches, we will create an environment where our players can have fun, develop and reach their potential together..”
New Essendon AFL chief executive Daniel McPherson has shared his thoughts on Caracella’s appointment..
“Our VFL program plays a vital role in developing our players and preparing them for AFL-level football,” McPherson said on Friday..
“Having someone of Blake’s caliber and experience leading this program is extremely beneficial.. His wealth of experience at the elite level will ensure he sets the standards and expectations for our players to best represent themselves and the program..
“Importantly, Blake will continue to work closely with Brad and the AFL coaching staff to ensure continued alignment between the two programs..
“Blake and Matt (Rosa; newly appointed Director of AFL Talent and Operations at Essendon) will work closely with our Director of Development Cam Roberts, to build a program that not only promotes the development of our listed players by the AFL, but also attracting strong talent.. People who are motivated to be the best players they can be..”
The Bombers also welcome Jona Segal to the Hangar on Friday as performance coach.. According to Essendon, Segal will be based at the city member of the high performance team and will oversee the AFL program’s dietary services, as well as assist the team in promoting health and fitness..
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