Essendon part ways with coach Brad Scott
Essendon Football Club has terminated the contract of coach Brad Scott with one year remaining. The decision follows a disappointing season where the team has only secured one victory and currently sits at the bottom of the league standings. This change comes after a recent loss to Richmond, prompting the club to reassess its coaching strategy.
- ▪Essendon has parted ways with coach Brad Scott.
- ▪The decision was made with one year left on his contract.
- ▪The team has won only one match this season and is at the bottom of the ladder.
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