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Andrew Walker returns to Carlton as a development coach
RECENTLY retired Carlton utility Andrew Walker will return to the Blues in 2017, having been named as a member of the club’s coaching panel.
Walker, who retired from Carlton in August after 202 games with the club, will take up a development and integration role with the Blues.
“We’re delighted Andrew will continue his career at Carlton — his experience and knowledge of the game will be invaluable for our young players,” the club’s head of football Andrew McKay said in a statement on Monday.
“Andrew’s core responsibilities will involve assisting the first-year players’ transition into the AFL system, which is a really important process, as well as working alongside fellow development coaches, Mathew Capuano and Josh Fraser.
“‘He was a key part of the leadership group this season so Andrew’s ability drive and set high standards at the club will be really beneficial.”
Walker will start in his position next week, with Carlton’s one-to-four-year players returning to the club on Monday in order to begin pre-season training.
Originally published as Recently retired Blue returns to the club