For a team to take another step forward they need their young players and even at times experienced heads to find another level - improvement is the name of the game.
Natural progression is important but it's the players who put in the extra bit that are the keys to seeing your team surge up the ladder.
Going into the 2020 season there are names being thrown around everywhere as the player set to boom, or the player under pressure to perform. At this time of year everyone seems to be training the house down and in the best condition of their career.
We take a look at every club and see who needs to make the step up in order to see their team to greater heights.
Western Bulldogs
Alex Keath
The former cricketer left Adelaide in acrimonious circumstances, putting an immediate spotlight on him. Going to a club that is aiming for a top four finish and in turn a premiership adds another spotlight. All of a sudden a lot of eyes are on Keath and pressure comes with those eyes. Filling a hole the Dogs needed desperately will mean if Keath doesn't step up as a number one defender all sorts of questions will be asked.
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