Why North Melbourne sharpshooter Nick Larkey has his sights set on a bigger goal

“Being around the club is still enjoyable week to week because of the people. Translating that onto the field is our next step.” A meagre 20 career wins and this season’s several near misses leave a longing. “Because we’ve lost so much, we’re going to appreciate it more when it turns for us as a club,” he said. “Losing makes you appreciate winning more, that’s for sure.”

Larkey is tracking with the best goalkickers of the past…