Back after the break: Familiar faces, new looks as players return to training
Players returned to training this week after a break over Christmas
Jordon Sweet is tackled by teammate Marcus Bontempelli during the Western Bulldogs' training session at Skinner Reserve on January 12, 2023. Picture: AFL Photos
AFTER a break over the Christmas period, AFL players hit the track for the first training session of 2023 this week.
Clubs wasted no time putting players through their paces with time trials, gym sessions and skills work all on the agenda.
Check out the pics and videos below.
Rory Lobb in action during the Western Bulldogs' training session at Skinner Reserve on January 12, 2023. Picture: AFL Photos
Marcus Windhager tackles Mason Wood during St Kilda's training session at Moorrabin Oval on January 9, 2023. Picture: Getty Images
Bailey Smith during the Western Bulldogs' training session at Skinner Reserve on January 12, 2023. Picture: AFL Photos
St Kilda players run laps during a training session at Moorabbin Oval on January 9, 2023. Picture: Getty Images
Jack Steele handballs during a St Kilda training session at Moorabbin Oval on January 9, 2023. Picture: Getty Images
Jamarra Ugle-Hagan in action during the Western Bulldogs' training session at Skinner Reserve on January 12, 2023. Picture: AFL Photos
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