Alexis Lafreniere started the year strong but faced locker room issues, leading to concerns about his performance. He finished with 17 goals and 45 points, down from his previous season's 57 points.
It's been a tough year for Marlie Packer, who had her captaincy taken away and faced self-doubt about her World Cup selection despite being a former world player of the year.
In any new environment, acceptance can take time. Adjustments in dynamics and workflows require patience and understanding from both the newcomer and existing team members.
"We're happy. The real season hasn't started yet, but the preparation has been carried out with great attention, care for details, and maximum commitment. The atmosphere across the board is very positive; we're ready to start with a strong desire for redemption after a negative year for us."
"Coming back and recovering from her crash in the Baloise Ladies Tour, Charlotte Kool was feeling better, felt good on the bike and could start yesterday's opening stage in Vannes."
Morgan Moses noted, 'He's just eager to learn. He's hard on himself. I tell him sometimes, 'You've got to give him grace.' And he's like, excuse my language, 'F--k that.' It's good to see that attitude and aggression to get better every day.'
Cian O'Neill has emphasized the importance of connection in coaching, profoundly influencing the county scene over 20 unbroken seasons at the highest level.
The competition at the top is intense; Kasia Niewiadoma already demonstrated in 2024 that even the strongest of favorites isn't safe, as she bested Demi Vollering by four seconds.