A very sad day for the football world today with the passing of Allan Jeans, former coach of St Kilda, Hawthorn and Richmond football clubs.
Jeans was a highly-respected opponent, even at the height of the intense rivalry between Essendon and Hawthorn in the 80s. His teams, especially at Hawthorn, played with a take-no-prisoners zeal and were fearsome competitors.
From the many stories AussieRulesBlog has heard over the years, the straight-laced ex-policeman Jeans kept groups of volatile athletes in check and united in their purpose. There’s no doubt that he also gave many of them life skills that have transformed their lives.
Jeans remains a wonderful role model for any who care to take notice.
Well played, Yabby.
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