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Roger Vaughan

Coaches' coffers boosted after months of soft cap angst

Ross Lyon called the AFL coaches' assocation a "paper tiger" back in April. (Joel Carrett/AAP PHOTOS)

AFL coaches have had a win as they lobby for more soft cap relief, with head office announcing several financial measures to boost club football departments.

From next year, senior coaches can earn up to $100,000 outside the soft cap from marketing service agreements. Geelong coach Chris Scott's deal with a club sponsor, announced late last year, raised eyebrows and reportedly attracted AFL attention.

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