Cox the coach will get better

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http://www.westcoasteagles.com.au/news/2013-12-03/cox-the-coach-will-get-better

RATHER than fading in his twilight years, West Coast champion Dean Cox could become an even smarter ruckman as he combines playing and coaching duties in 2014.

Cox has been appointed the Eagles' ruck coach, becoming the first playing assistant in the club's history and following the path set by Greater Western Sydney's Dean Brogan.

Brogan, who spent 2012 and 2013 as a playing assistant with the Giants, said it wouldn't just be the Eagles' developing ruckmen who will benefit from Cox's new role on the coaching panel.

He said the six-time All Australian could use the knowledge gained while he is coaching through the week to improve his own game as well as those of his teammates.