The Finley native was given the tap three years ago, after he returned from living and working in Melbourne to help out on the family farm.
He says the last three years have been characterised by a young group of new players.
‘‘Being a former player, and growing up in Finley, I knew a lot of the young guys,’’ Doyle said.
‘‘And I tried during my time to build something new with them.’’
Doyle says he was fortunate to have a few members of the old guard returning to help out.
He says the team has worked to create a good culture for the guys, who often return all the way from Melbourne to catch up or play a game.
‘‘Everyone goes their own way eventually, so we’re pretty fluid.
‘‘But even if they leave town and head to Melbourne for uni or work, they’ll bring their friends back here for a game.
‘‘That reflects a good team culture in my opinion.’’
Melbourne imports — including Ned Morrison, Ed Barlow and Jim McKenzie — would often stay for ‘‘two or three seasons’’.
‘‘They don’t just fly-in-fly-out for the money,’’ Doyle said.
‘‘They do it because they’re part of a community and it’s fun.
‘‘That’s how you get more out of these younger guys.’’
Doyle will remain involved with the club in 2022.
His replacement as seniors coach is yet to be announced.
‘‘I’ll still be around playing a bit of seconds, so if they need me I’ll be there,’’ he said.
‘‘It’s been a great place for me to coach.
‘‘I just hope I have managed to pass a few things onto the guys and offer them some good lessons.’’
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