Carlton's demise: voss's plan a turns to dust

When Michael Voss took the reins at Carlton in 2022, the Blues were ready to soar. But after a promising first year, the team's fortunes quickly dwindled under Voss's stubborn adherence to a dated, attrition-based style.

Voss's plan a fizzles

The 2023 season held much promise, with a strong roster and a thrilling turnaround. However, Carlton's inability to adapt and innovate ultimately sealed their fate.

Voss clung to his 'contest and clearance' game plan, even as the competition evolved. The result was a team that punched itself out in the second halves, leaving them vulnerable to opponents who exploited their weaknesses.

By 2024, the cracks began to show. Injuries mounted, and the team's fortunes plummeted. A humiliating elimination final loss to Brisbane marked the end of Voss's tenure.

As the dust settles, it's clear that Voss's inability to evolve and adapt was his undoing. His 'all-in, or all-out' approach, which served him well as a player, proved disastrous as a coach.