Harry MCKay new goalkicking roytine for Carlton, Blues beat brisbane at Gabba by one point

Despite the mounting pressure on the 2021 Coleman medallist’s back, McKay says his summer in front of goals helped him to not only put himself at ease, but also learn to block out the doubters.

“Big focus over the summer was to have a routine that I was committed to and repeat every kick,” McKay said on Fox Footy post match.

“I am really confident, no matter what the moment is, to be able to go back and follow that routine.

Carlton rallied from a whopping 46 points down at one stage during the second quarter to claw their way to an opening round victory no one saw coming.

McKay himself booted three majors, but it was his third and final that will be etched into his memory forever.

Recounting that one special goal in the dying minutes of the game, the key forward says he simply stuck to his routine and the work was done.

“Bit of nerves, bit of excitement, but I went back and did my routine, committed to the ball and it went through. It was a good feeling,” McKay said.

The Lions fell apart in the third term, as the Blues booted eight unanswered goals, to head into the final break one point in front.

In sour news for both Blues and Lions fans, two of their key players went down with knee injuries.

Brisbane defender Keidean Coleman was subbed out with a hyper-extended knee at half time, while veteran Blue Sam Docherty also was removed from the match with knee complaints.