The world of Australian Rules Football (AFL) is abuzz with the unexpected emergence of a new coaching candidate for the Essendon Football Club. Midweek Tackle's Corbin Middlemas has revealed that Adelaide's Director of Coaching, Murray Davis, has been sounded out by the Bombers as a potential candidate. This comes as a surprise to many, given Davis' previous roles as a strategist and line coach at Brisbane, where he held positions of influence from the top to the bottom of the organization. The AFL's recent decision to ditch ball tracking technology for the upcoming AFLW season has also sparked debate. A technology glitch that threw up 'completely random' results during matches has been revealed as the major reason for the change. The AFL had invested over $1 million in the smart ball tracking technology, but a glitch within the system caused issues, including an infamous incident where a goal was overturned, leading to a loss for the Gold Coast Suns. The AFL has now pivoted to a vision-based system, with Sony cameras set to be introduced in Round 24. This shift raises questions about the future of technology in the sport and the importance of player safety and fairness. The AFL's willingness to invest in new technology and then quickly adapt when issues arise highlights the dynamic nature of the sport and the need for constant innovation and improvement.
