What the cameras missed after Lloyd Meek copped a spray from his coach

The Sydney Morning Herald - Sep 18, 2026

No one likes being yelled out. But Hawks ruck Lloyd Meek says Sam Mitchell’s ability to have hard conversations while also “wrapping his arms around you” is what makes him the best coach.

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