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I've had strong thoughts on Kernahan ever since teh Elliott saga unfolded. Here is what I wrote on another post a few weeks ago...
"In regards to the review being conducted by Kernahan and Gleeson...I realise I am about to hang myself out as a stationary target here, but here goes...
There is no doubt that Kernahan has been an absolute champion of this club, and that his heart is dark navy blue from top to bottom. However, that doesn't ensure that someone is good at what they are trying to do.
At the extraordinary general meeting that was called to oust John Elliott, Kernahan, representing the incumbant Elliott board, stood up to give his talk, and then field questions from members. He was then, as he is now, both a member of the board, and a member of the match committee, whilst also then being a part time assistant coach.
When asked about the performance of the coaches and the match committee, Kernahan responded that they, and he, took full responsibility for the performance on the field, and that they, and he, had failed in their task.
When asked about the performance of the Board, he replied, "I am not the one to ask about that, it's not my area of expertise, you are better off directing that question to John (Elliott)".
Kernahan's performance at that meeting was poor to say the least. He admitted that he had failed as an assistant coach and member of the match committee, as well as a member of the Boad, that is, everything he has been charged by the club to do. And all the time telling members that they should vote for the incumbent Ellliott board.
There is absolutely no doubt in my mind that Kernahan has a conflict of interest with his two positions, regardless of his performance...he is a member of a committee that appoints himself.
There must be serious question marks against his ability to conduct an IMPARTIAL review of the football department, given that he is a member of that football department."
There have been 2 articles written in the papers today that have questioned Kernahan's role at the club, or more specifically, his ability to competently and successfully carry out his tasks.
I know there is alot of emotional attachements to him, that he is a chapion of the Club and a favourite amongst supporters, however, I am yet to see any evidence that he is actually doing anything positive at Board level or on the MC. It has already ben pointed out in this forum that he has been involved in a series of hirings and firings, none of which has actually taken us forward. It has also been pointed out in this forum that many, many people are disenchanted with the selection process that has gone on over the last few years. Ask yourself who is the Chairman of Selectors.
And that's on top of where all this started, his role on the Elliott board, which singlehandedly brought this club to its knees. Kernahan was a part of that, and fought for that Board right to the bitter end.
As I mentioned above, Stephen Kernahan was a champion player at the Carlton Football Club, a two-time Premiership captain, and perhaps the greatest captain this club has had. And he loves the club just as we love the club. And for that I will always love him, he will always be a hero.
Unfortunately, that doesn't mean that he makes a good Director, nor member of the match committee.
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Mens sana in corpore sano.
Bring back the laurel wreath logo!!!
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