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Where did Francis Bourke coach?
Just months after his playing retirement, Bourke was controversially pitched into the coaching position at Punt Road.
How did the team play under him?
1982 Bourke took the Tigers to only their third minor premiership since the war and impressed critics with a brilliant tactical display in the semi final against Carlton.
Did they win?
The Tigers won easily.
What else did he achieve as coach?
His winning rate over the two seasons was a very reasonable 56.5.
How many seasons did he coach for?
two seasons.
When did he retire?
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Are there any other interesting aspects about this article?
It seemed that his hard-training style was not appreciated by all of his charges.
why was his style not appreciated?
Media speculation about the security of Bourke's position began in earnest, and few believed the club when Richmond denied that there was an ongoing crisis.

Question: Was there a crisis?
Self-contained rewrite: Was there a crisis about Francis Bourke's position?