The Western Bulldogs are adding nostalgic flavour to the training program in 2015, moving the start time of Tuesday sessions to late in the afternoon and allowing more fans to get close to the action.
The Club will trial the new fan-friendly open training time slot of 4.30pm, starting next Tuesday 24 February, and will include activities such as regular autograph sessions, and opportunities for fans to have a kick on Victoria University Whitten Oval at the conclusion of training.
Senior Coach Luke Beveridge said the new format will have multiple benefits, and was designed to maximise training opportunities and also reach out to the Bulldogs faithful — bringing footy back to the fans.
“There are some real benefits for our football program in the later start, like the option of increasing training loads with the extra few hours of recovery our players will get,” Beveridge said.
“This initiative will also be beneficial for our fans giving them more opportunities to get closer to their favourite players, particularly families who can bring their children along to watch training after school.”
“We look forward to seeing our fans out here in numbers beginning next week.”
The Bulldogs will have their first competitive hit-out on 28 February against Richmond at Victoria University Whitten Oval. To purchase tickets, click here.
