Will Collingwood’s pursuit of immortality take a turn or step toward ultimate glory?

Let’s take a look into the Pies’ pursuit of consecutive flags.

Collingwood’s quest for back-to-back premierships is about to get underway, as season 2024 is merely days away.

Following an extraordinary transformation under Craig ‘Fly’ McRae, the Pies went from most hated to everyone’s second favourite team as they stormed toward ultimate glory.

However, they say once you climb the mountain, it’s near impossible to stay up there, as the hunters have now become the hunted.

With all 17 clubs looking at how they can beat the reigning premiers, McRae’s men are adamant that they are seeking new and innovative ways to keep improving, to keep getting better.

The mantra for the black and white’s pre-season heading into 2024 isn’t what you’d expect, with the club and its players steering well clear of the phrase ‘back-to-back’.

Instead, Collingwood is wiping the windscreen clean – a metaphor used by McRae to put the past behind – and looking at getting “back to work”.

The acquisition of Fremantle forward Lachie Schultz to the side immediately improves them in the front half.

With a straight swap for Jack Ginnivan (Hawthorn), the pressure forward brings experience and tenacity to a forward line that already consists of Norm Smith medallist Bobby Hill and Beau McCreery.

The defensive unit looks as strong as ever, with Isaac Quaynor taking big leaps toward stardom – if he hasn’t already – and joining the leadership group in a show of faith by his teammates.

There’s plenty that can be said about Nick Daicos but his career is accelerating in an upward trajectory, hence why he’s a clear favourite to take home ‘Charlie’ come year’s end.

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