Second-year Bulldog Ryley Sanders stood out in the Dogs’ intra-club match simulation in Maroochydore, while versatile father-son Sam Darcy has impressed many with his training efforts.

“It was a good hit-out and a very close game,” defender Rory Lobb said post-match.

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“Sando’s had a big pre-season – it was another good hit-out from him.

“Darc has had a really good pre-season as well and kicked a couple of goals on us.”

This pre-season has marked Lobb’s first as a defender, following a mid-season switch from forward to back last year.

The Bulldogs are halfway through a week-long camp on the Sunshine Coast, focusing on strengthening the connection among the playing group.

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“We’ve got a lot of older guys and then a big group of young boys coming through so it’s good to connect away from our families and spend a lot more time together,” Lobb said.

“It’s been a great turnout and is really good to see all the fans come out and watch us in the intra-club. It’s just great support.”