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Dean Solomon Exits Essendon Coaching Bid
6 Aug
Summary
- Dean Solomon withdraws from Essendon coaching race.
- Family, business, and timing cited as reasons.
- Four candidates remain in contention for the role.
Interim Essendon coach Dean Solomon has officially withdrawn his application for the club's senior coaching position. Solomon stated that his decision was multi-layered and primarily due to the timing not being right for him personally, considering factors such as family, business, and the demands of the role.
Solomon, who has led the Bombers to one win in nine games as interim coach since May, indicated that his decision would likely remain the same even with a better win-loss record. He plans to honor his contract and remain at the club for the upcoming year, though he acknowledged the incoming coach might opt for different personnel.
The withdrawal leaves four candidates in contention: club greats James Hird and Mark McVeigh, along with assistant coaches Murray Davis and Jaymie Graham. Solomon emphasized that the club is thorough in its process to find the right person, stating that whether the coach is an 'Essendon person' is irrelevant.
Solomon expressed optimism about the club's future, highlighting an exciting young group and a significant development phase ahead. He believes the opportunity for the next coach is compelling, despite acknowledging the hard work required in the short term.
