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Could James Hird really return as Essendon coach?

Former Hawk Jordan Lewis, who was on the subcommittee to select Brad Scott as Essendon coach in 2022, talked Hird up on Tuesday.

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What happened Former Hawk Jordan Lewis, who was on the subcommittee to select Brad Scott as Essendon coach in 2022, talked Hird up on Tuesday.
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The Sydney Morning HeraldNews report · May 26, 7:53 AM

Could James Hird really return as Essendon coach?

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Former Hawk Jordan Lewis, who was on the subcommittee to select Brad Scott as Essendon coach in 2022, talked Hird up on Tuesday.

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ABC News AustraliaNews report · May 25, 9:55 PM

Brad Scott sacked as Essendon coach after one win in past 24 matches

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Essendon sacks head coach Brad Scott as the Bombers languish at the bottom of the AFL ladder.

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May 25, 9:55 PM: ABC News Australia joined the source map.

May 26, 7:53 AM: The Sydney Morning Herald joined the source map.

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