It wasn’t until the final few weeks of the 2015 season that Corey Enright decided in his own mind he would continue with the Cats for at least another year. 

Coaches, players and supporters alike all wanted the man they call ‘Boris’ to return to Simonds Stadium, but ultimately it was his belief in what he and the playing group can achieve that ensured the 34-year-old would commit to his 16^th season of AFL football.

“It wasn’t until the final couple of the weeks of the season that I probably made up my mind that I was enjoying my footy,” Enright said.

“I thought that – obviously we didn’t play finals last year so that was a disappointment – but I thought that we could turn it around pretty quickly.”

Few areas have remained unchanged at the club on the back of a monumental off-season – but Enright is a lasting presence, and believes he has a genuine role to play in bringing everyone together.

“The attitude of the group has been fantastic,” the triple-premiership defender said.

“The guys have come in – obviously the players and the staff as well – they’re bringing in new ideas and have been first class to date, which is what we expect of them.”

“[I see myself as] a bit of a sounding board for the coaches and the players and the like, making sure we’re all on the same page and getting the same message.”

And as much as those around him will be willing Enright onto Ian Nankervis’ club games record, the man himself is focussed on game number 310 – not 325 or 326.

“Especially not at this time of the year,” Enright said.

“You’re focussed on running laps and lifting weights so footy seems like a long time away at this stage.”

“Hopefully once we get into the season and start playing a few games, that may come along.”