North Melbourne sacks Alastair Clarkson after he refused to change

North Melbourne sacked Alastair Clarkson after he refused to change his coaching methods despite repeated requests.

Why it mattersClarkson's firing shows how a coach's inability to adapt can end even a high-profile career, no matter the past success.

AustraliaNorth Melbourne fans now face a rebuild with a new coach as the Roos prepare for the finals series.

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10 AFL clubs cut coach payouts with staggered contract clauses

At least 10 AFL coaches have staggered payout clauses that reduce termination costs, saving North Melbourne about half a million on Alastair Clarkson's exit.

Why it mattersStaggered clauses let clubs fire underperforming coaches without massive payouts, affecting how quickly a club moves on or sticks with a struggling coach.