Gary Caldwell emphasizes teamwork at Wigan's pre-season training

The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 26, 2026, 6:00 PM

Last updated Jul 26, 2026

Gary Caldwell emphasizes teamwork at Wigan's pre-season training

Summary

Wigan Athletic's head coach Gary Caldwell addressed players at the Christopher Park training ground on July 26. During a meeting aimed at preparing for the upcoming League One season, Caldwell stressed the importance of putting the team first. He outlined meticulous plans for the next ten months and engaged the squad with a focus on unity and collaboration as the players begin pre-season preparations.

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Key Details

•Caldwell returned to Wigan to keep the team in League One.
•He highlighted 'team first' as a core principle for the season.
•Training is taking place at Christopher Park.
•The focus is on meticulous planning for the upcoming season.
•Players are engaged in learning about the season ahead.

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What they're saying

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Gary Caldwell, who returned to the League One club in February to keep them up, faces a new season with meticulous plans and bright hopes “This is the only rule I’m going to have for yous all season: ‘team first’,” says Gary Caldwell. The Wigan head coach’s Scottish accent booms over the gentle hum of a projector in a darkened classroom at the club’s Christopher Park training ground. “That is the one thing that we cannot ever go against,” he says, pointing to a slide on screen. “The team is the most important aspect of everything we do.” Three rows of professional athletes listen intently, keen to learn not only what the day holds, but about the 10 months ahead. Continue reading...
— The Guardian Sportby Sam Dalling

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