INTERVIEW: Adam Kelly - 15 October 2026
Summary
Crows GM Adam Kelly discusses the club's strategic pivot to the draft after failing to sign free agent Zach Bailey, emphasizing the need to secure young talent before Tasmania’s entry compromises future drafts. Kelly highlights the retention of Nick Murray as a key win and details the addition of Harry Cunningham as a coach. The conversation also covers the awkward handshake between Brady Rawlings and Jarrod Wiltshire, the Crows' midfield development, and the club's full support for Murray Davis as he pursues a head coaching role with Brisbane.
Topics discussed
Failed pursuit of Zach Bailey and shift to draft focus
Strategy pivot and protecting draft capital
Impact of Tasmania's entry on future talent acquisition
Confidence in organic growth and current list potential
Retaining Nick Murray and evaluating North Melbourne's offer
The awkward handshake moment with Brady Rawlings
Signing Harry Cunningham as a player-coach
Draft strategy and upcoming selection priorities
Midfield depth and back-half development needs
Discussion on veteran player terminology
Murray Davis's interest from Brisbane Lions
Club support for Davis and closing remarks
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