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REFRESHED from a year away from footy, Robbie Carr knows that can be a double-edged sword for his players.
Some people may be tempted not to return after pursuing other sports or taking time off.
However, the Swifts club president is confident the Wayne Finch factor and loyalty to the Bluebirds will ensure a smooth return to this year's Rugby League Ipswich competition.
Swifts teams sat out last year's Volunteers Cup competition involving three Ipswich and three Toowoomba sides.
Although some Swifts players ventured to Brisbane rugby, Carr said the early signs were positive on Tuesday and Thursday training nights at Purga.