INTERVIEW: Matt Crouch - 23 October 2026
Summary
Matt Crouch joins the FIVEAA Sports Show to discuss the Adelaide Crows' coaching changes, including the departures of Scotty Burns and Jack Homsch and the arrival of Ben Jacobs and Matt Wright. The conversation covers the team's disappointing trade period, the need for organic growth from midfielders like Dan Curtin, and the importance of game-day adjustments. Crouch also reflects on his playing days under coach Adam Campo and shares a lighthearted update about Mark Keane’s injury.
Topics discussed
Welcome and introduction of guest Matt Crouch
Discussion on AFL decisions and Crows coaching changes
Review of departing coach Scotty Burns and new arrivals
Matt Wright's appointment as forward coach
Jack Homsch's move to a development role
Midfield development needs and trade period performance
Comparison with Geelong's coaching structure and recruitment
Analysis of Adam Campo's coaching style and strengths
Importance of retaining Murray Davis for experience
Defining 'old school' coaching and player relationships
Matt Crouch's experience coaching at Walkerville
Critique of game-day adjustments and selection integrity
Assessment of Nick Nix's game management and ball movement
Disappointment with trade period results and list changes
Outlook for the season and reliance on organic growth
Mark Keane injury update and closing remarks
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