A navy blue outlook beckons

[Beloved]

Not since 2001 have the Carlton Blues won a final, nor played in a final in front of a Melbourne crowd, but 2011 is shaping up to be the year that will break the shackles for the Bluebaggers.

At times in 2010, the AFL world saw Carlton as a team that could push for a top four spot mid-season, but inconsistency, basic skill errors and line-up issues had the Blues just creep into the top eight and go down in a thrilling Elimination Final against the Sydney Swans. It won't be clear whether the consistency issues will have subsided until the upcoming season gets underway, but excellent training results and a solid trade and draft period so far gives a firm indication that the top four spot that spectators were talking about back in July could be on the cards for the budding Blues.

The full article can be found on the big tip.com.au/afl/navy-blue-outlook

Just a puff piece written by yours truly, because who doesn't like hearing about the Blues being pumped up after a solid National Draft?

 

[DamoESP]

Nice article mate.