It was back to Newtown once again as the Cats continue to build towards the Christmas break.

The session saw the boys and coaching staff make full use of the ground through a number of lengthy drills, before finishing off with multiple conditioning activities. 

Skipper Joel Selwood grinds the gears on the stationary bike.

Head coach Chris Scott was welcomed back with open arms following his overseas trip to Ireland and the U.S.

Mitch Clark joined the main group and showed a clean pair of heels.

Scott Selwood passes on some brotherly advice to sibling Joel.

High-flier Daniel Menzel was a standout through today's session.

Rhys Stanley gets the mits out there for a nice grab.

 Nakia Cockatoo looks to break free from George Horlin-Smith in a competitive drill.

Patrick Dangerfield takes a pitstop in need of some running repairs.

Big Tom Hawkins on the lead... literally.

In the brains trust we trust - Chris Scott and Joel Selwood join football boss Steve Hocking for a chat.

A good ol' Mexican stand off between Nakia Cockatoo and Michael Luxford.

 Just the four Cats needed to take down second-year defender Jake Kolodjashnij.

New dad Jimmy Bartel looked in good nick despite the lack of sleep.

Josh Caddy, Corey Enright and Jed Bews finish off the main session with pace.