Geelong
Season record
Win-loss: 1-4
Ladder position:ย 10th
Season overview
Geelong's season has been interesting in many ways. The 13th-placed side in 2021 weren't expected to set the competition on fire this season, and haven't marked up a pleasing win-loss tally, but have made significant improvements on the field compared to last year. The Cats were the second-least experienced side heading into 2022 and that has had an impact, losing tight matches against the Kangaroos (eight points) and Brisbane (two points). Their first win came against the 12th-placed Eagles in Round 5 by just three points, but remained level headed when faced with pressure from the West Coast side. Improving from last year, the Cats have shown more intensity and skill around the ground, particularly in areas of tackling and defence.ย With Gold Coast, Fremantle, Richmond, St Kilda and the Giants still to come this season, it's unlikely the Cats will be contending this finals series, but their efforts in 2022 have shown that they're a developing team with the talent and effort required to make significant improvements next season.
Grade:ย D+
The Cats have shown promise, but haven't been able to make it count in close matches.
