In a stunning twist that sent Kardinia Park into shockwaves just minutes ago, Geelong Cats head coach Chris Scott has officially handed in his resignation letter to the club board.
The announcement, delivered behind closed doors early this afternoon, reportedly left players and staff โspeechlessโ as one of the AFLโs longest-serving and most successful coaches prepared to step away.
But the surprises didnโt end there.
Sources inside the clubโwho appeared just as baffled as everyone elseโconfirmed that Geelong legend Gary Ablett Jr. made a dramatic entrance at the club headquarters shortly after the news broke. Wearing a Cats polo and his trademark calm smile, Ablett is said to have addressed the playing group with a short but emotional message before being introduced as the clubโs new senior development figure, unofficially dubbed the โLanger Roleโ in honour of his leadership style.
Witnesses described the moment as โa full-circle returnโ for one of the greatest players to ever wear the blue and white hoops.
A Shock Transition
While details remain hazy, early reports suggest Scottโs departure was amicable, with both sides agreeing the club was โentering a new era.โ Ablett Jr.โs involvement had apparently been in quiet discussions for several months โ though nothing was expected to unfold this suddenly.
Players were seen embracing both men, with several younger stars visibly emotional as the gravity of the moment sank in.
What Happens Next
The Cats are expected to hold a press conference โwithin the coming daysโ to clarify the future direction of the coaching panel and the exact responsibilities of Ablettโs new role.
Fans, meanwhile, have flooded social media with reactions ranging from disbelief to excitement at the return of a club icon.
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