Players are on leave, presents are being opened, and food is being prepared to be consumed.
But what does your club want under the Christmas tree in 2025?
Here is what's on the wishlist for every team this year.
To all our readers, the Zero Tackle team wishes you a very Merry Christmas and happy holidays.
The Dolphins
Increased defensive output
The Dolphins had the best attacking record in 2025, and were a joy to watch with the footy in hand.
Where they did fall down was in defence though, and it ultimately was what cost them a spot in the top eight.
Their attack isn't going anywhere. Isaiya Katoa is a freak, Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow and Herbie Farnworth just keep getting better, and Jeremy Marshall-King has turned into an excellent starting, big minutes dummy half.
But if they can't defend better, none of it will matter.
They will be hoping the likes of Thomas Flegerl, Tom Gilbert and Max Plath among others in the forwards returning from injury will help, but they also need substantial structure and hustle work.
That was an enjoyable read Scott, on a Boxing Day morning with a temperature that precludes a dip in the water.
I think you’ve nailed it for most of the clubs, there.
If you get bored future gazing, and fancy a change to “fantasy” mode, how about giving us a column of “the one thing they would do differently, if they had 2025 again….” ?