AFL action returns next week as the first wave of pre-season matches - including an Indigenous All Stars clash - prepare to offer some insight into what fans can expect for the year ahead.
A total of 18 games - made up of differing practice sessions and Community Series fixtures - will run from February 15 to March 2, taking us just four days out from the home and away season's opener.
To conclude another summer of expectations, training notes, selection calls and coaching strategies, the coming weeks will hope to uncover some positives for each club.
Here we assess and name what fans from each faithful will be hoping to see from their AFL team this pre-season.
1. Adelaide
A clear role for Dan CurtinÂ
The Crows' prized 2023 draft selection came to the club as a highly coveted teenager given his ability to play across all three lines of the field. Curtin played seven games in his debut season and mostly found himself in the front third despite a draft campaign that netted standout form as a key defender and inside ball winner.
While still being able to bank on the Western Australian's flexibility, signs that Curtin has a clear role to play in Matthew Nicks' setup this pre-season will bring much joy to Crows fans.
Track watch notes have suggested Curtin is in line for more midfield action, bringing his big frame and power to Nicks' central plans while still having the ability to rotate to either end of the field.
Pre-Season Opponents:Â Port Adelaide, Brisbane