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Where did Francis Bourke coach?
Just months after his playing retirement, Francis Bourke was controversially pitched into the coaching position at Punt Road.
How did the Tigers play under Francis Bourke?
In 1982 Francis Bourke took the Tigers to only their third minor premiership since the war and impressed critics with a brilliant tactical display.
Did the Tigers win the third minor premiership?
The Tigers won easily, and Bourke became one of only a handful of coaches to make the Grand Final in his first season.
What else did Francis Bourke achieve as coach besides winning their third minor premiereship?
Bourke became one of only a handful of coaches to make the Grand Final in his first season.
How many seasons did Francis Bourke coach for?
Francis Bourke coached for two years. His winning rate over the two seasons was a very reasonable 56.5%.
When did Francis Bourke retire as a coach?
Are there any other interesting aspects about this article about Francis Bourke besides being successful as a coach?
Although the team improved in the second half of the season, further player departures were mooted if Francis Bourke remained as coach.

Question: why was his style not appreciated?
Self-contained rewrite: Why was Francis Bourke's coaching style not appreciated?