PHOTOS: Senior players return

Senior players were welcomed back to LHC on Monday with new coach Alan Richardson leading the way

Billy Longer and Jason Holmes working through some handball drills

New coach Alan Richardson oversees his first session at LHC

Leigh Montagna looked fit upon his return to training

Lenny Hayes was all smiles as he prepared to tackle AFL pre-season number 16.

Jason Holmes didn't look out of place in his first session with senior players

Adam Schneider sporting a new look

Best and fairest winner Jack Steven hits the ground running

A smile is never far from David Armitage's face

Running machine Jarryn Geary took up his regular position at the front of the runing pack

Richardson talking tactics with young players Cam Shenton, Seb Ross and Dan Markworth

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