Captains - Year by Year
AFL - 1892-present.
Year(s) Captain(s) Notes
1892–1896 Bill Strickland (unofficial captain)
1897 1. Bill Strickland & 1st coach (1904, & 1908)
1898 2. Bill Proudfoot & 2nd coach (1905-06)
1899 Bill Proudfoot
- 3. Dick Condon
1900 Dick Condon
1901 Bill Proudfoot
1902–1904 4. Lardie Tulloch - 1902 & 1903 premiership captain
1905 5. Charlie H. Pannam
1906 6. Alf Dummett
- 7. Arthur Leach
1907 Arthur Leach
1908 Arthur Leach
- 8. Eddie Drohan
- 9. Robert Nash
1909 Robert Nash
1910–1911 10. George Angus - 1910 premiership captain, & 4th coach (1909-11)
1912–1913 11. Jock McHale & 5th coach (1912-49)
1914–1916 12. Dan Minogue
1917–1918 13. Percy Wilson - 1917 premiership captain
1919 14. Con McCarthy - 1919 premiership captain
1920–1921 15. Dick Lee
1922 16. Tom Drummond
1923 17. Harry Curtis
1924–1926 18. Charlie Tyson
1927–1934 19. Syd Coventry - 1927, 1928, 1929, & 1930 premiership captain
1935–1939 20. Harry Collier - 1935 & 1936 premiership captain
1940–1941 21. Jack Regan
1942 22. Phonse Kyne & 7th coach (1950-63)
1943 Jack Regan
1944 23. Pat Fricker
1945 24. Alby Pannam
1946–1949 Phonse Kyne & 7th coach (1950-63)
1950–1951 25. Gordon Hocking
1952–1955 26. Lou Richards - 1953 premiership captain - (see Lou in our new "PLAYER SPOTLIGHT" series)
1955–1956 27. Neil Mann & 8th coach (1972-74)
1957 28. Bill Twomey, Jr.
1958–1959 29. Frank Tuck
1960–1963 30. Murray Weideman - 1958 premiership captain, & 11th coach (1975-76)
1964 31. Ray Gabelich
1965 Ray Gabelich
32. John Henderson
1966–1969 33. Des Tuddenham
1970 34. Terry Waters
1971 Terry Waters
35. Wayne Richardson
1972–1975 Wayne Richardson
1976 Des Tuddenham
1977 36. Max Richardson
1978 37. Len Thompson
1979–1980 38. Ray Shaw
1981–1982 39. Peter Moore
1983–1986 40. Mark Williams
1987–1993 41. Tony Shaw - 1990 premiership captain, & 16th coach (1996-99)
1994–1998 42. Gavin Brown
1999–2007 43. Nathan Buckley & 18th coach (2012-21)
2008 44. Scott Burns
2009–2013 45. Nick Maxwell - 2010 premiership captain
2014–2022 46. Scott Pendlebury
2023–pres. 47. Darcy Moore - 2023 premiership captain
1892–1896 Bill Strickland (unofficial captain)
1897 1. Bill Strickland & 1st coach (1904, & 1908)
1898 2. Bill Proudfoot & 2nd coach (1905-06)
1899 Bill Proudfoot
- 3. Dick Condon
1900 Dick Condon
1901 Bill Proudfoot
1902–1904 4. Lardie Tulloch - 1902 & 1903 premiership captain
1905 5. Charlie H. Pannam
1906 6. Alf Dummett
- 7. Arthur Leach
1907 Arthur Leach
1908 Arthur Leach
- 8. Eddie Drohan
- 9. Robert Nash
1909 Robert Nash
1910–1911 10. George Angus - 1910 premiership captain, & 4th coach (1909-11)
1912–1913 11. Jock McHale & 5th coach (1912-49)
1914–1916 12. Dan Minogue
1917–1918 13. Percy Wilson - 1917 premiership captain
1919 14. Con McCarthy - 1919 premiership captain
1920–1921 15. Dick Lee
1922 16. Tom Drummond
1923 17. Harry Curtis
1924–1926 18. Charlie Tyson
1927–1934 19. Syd Coventry - 1927, 1928, 1929, & 1930 premiership captain
1935–1939 20. Harry Collier - 1935 & 1936 premiership captain
1940–1941 21. Jack Regan
1942 22. Phonse Kyne & 7th coach (1950-63)
1943 Jack Regan
1944 23. Pat Fricker
1945 24. Alby Pannam
1946–1949 Phonse Kyne & 7th coach (1950-63)
1950–1951 25. Gordon Hocking
1952–1955 26. Lou Richards - 1953 premiership captain - (see Lou in our new "PLAYER SPOTLIGHT" series)
1955–1956 27. Neil Mann & 8th coach (1972-74)
1957 28. Bill Twomey, Jr.
1958–1959 29. Frank Tuck
1960–1963 30. Murray Weideman - 1958 premiership captain, & 11th coach (1975-76)
1964 31. Ray Gabelich
1965 Ray Gabelich
32. John Henderson
1966–1969 33. Des Tuddenham
1970 34. Terry Waters
1971 Terry Waters
35. Wayne Richardson
1972–1975 Wayne Richardson
1976 Des Tuddenham
1977 36. Max Richardson
1978 37. Len Thompson
1979–1980 38. Ray Shaw
1981–1982 39. Peter Moore
1983–1986 40. Mark Williams
1987–1993 41. Tony Shaw - 1990 premiership captain, & 16th coach (1996-99)
1994–1998 42. Gavin Brown
1999–2007 43. Nathan Buckley & 18th coach (2012-21)
2008 44. Scott Burns
2009–2013 45. Nick Maxwell - 2010 premiership captain
2014–2022 46. Scott Pendlebury
2023–pres. 47. Darcy Moore - 2023 premiership captain
New Captain, Darcy Moore - appointed in Feb 2023, premiership Captain 7 months later.
AFLW - (2017-present)
2017–2020 1. Steph Chiocci - & inaugural AFLW captain
2021–2022 Steph Chiocci - co-captain
Brianna Davey - co-captain
2023-pres. 2. Brianna Davey
2021–2022 Steph Chiocci - co-captain
Brianna Davey - co-captain
2023-pres. 2. Brianna Davey
The AFLW's first ever match - Collingwood v Carlton - on Friday 3rd February 2017 @ Princes Park.
AFL Captains of the Club - since the VFL est. 1897
No. 1.
* Bill Strickland (1897, & arguably 1896 flag) - played 1893-97; 16 games, 0 Goals; DOB: 17 August 1864
Collingwood's first ever captain in the VFL was one of the club's shining lights in the VFA in 1890s.
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No. 2.
^ Bill Proudfoot (1898-99 & 1901) - played 1897-1906; 108 games, 0 goals; DOB: 11 June 1868
A giant in Collingwood's early years, Proudfoot was a powerful, vigorous key defender who played in the 1902 and 1903 premiership teams.
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No. 3.
^ Dick Condon (1899-1900) - played 1897-1900 & 1902-06; 148 games, 104 goals; DOB 19 March 1876; Ht 180cm, Wt 72kg.
One of the greatest players of his era, Condon possessed rare flair and outstanding skills, and was rover in the 1902 and 1903 premiership teams. A unique character who clashed with team mates and club officials, he also served as playing coach in 1905-06.
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No. 4.
* Lardie Tulloch (1902-04) - played 1897-1904; 132 games, 67 goals; DOB: 15 April 1871
Captain of the 1902 and 1903 premiership teams, Tulloch is the only man to have captained a league premiership & to have umpired a grand final (1907). A greatly respected, robust player who could play at either end of the ground.
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No. 5.
^ Charlie H. Pannam (1905) - played 1897-1907; 179 games, 111 goals; DOB 2 Oct 1874; Ht 173cm, Wt 79kg.
A famous flying wingman who was one of the great players of the Magpies' early days & a member of the 1902 & 1903 premiership teams. Pannam was quick, clever & had excellent skills, & was the first man to play 100 VFL games. Noted for his consistency & ability to play well in finals, he was rated the Magpies' best afield in the 1903 flag success & second best in 1902. A six-time Victorian representative, Pannam went forward late in his career & topped the league goal kicking in 1905 with 38, the same year he captained Collingwood. He is the grand father of Magpie great Lou Richards.
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No. 6.
^ Alf Dummett (1906) - played 1901-10; 118 games, 10 goals; DOB 8 December 1880
A star defender who played in the 1902 & 1903 premiership teams. Later served Collingwood for many years in a number of capacities, including vice-president. Dummett was Victoria chairman of selectors from 1936-52.
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No. 7.
^ Arthur Leach (1906-08) - played 1898-1908; 173 games, 92 goals
Recruited to Collingwood after one season with Essendon, Leach had great worth ethic, strength & endurance, & was part of the 1902 & 1903 premiership teams. Reliable & versatile, Leach could play a variety of positions, & was named in the forward pocket in both flag successes. Also played in losing grand final sides of 1901 & 1905.
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No. 8.
^ Eddie Drohan (1908) - played 1903-08; 96 games, 54 goals
Played in a premiership in his first year at Collingwood after crossing from Fitzroy, where he'd played in two flags. Took a while to find his feet in black & white but at his best was a dashing wingman & his class shone through as his career wore on at Collingwood.
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No. 9.
Bob Nash 1908-09 - played 1904-09; 88 games, 14 goals
A splendid high mark who developed into a fine player & was regarded as a good tactician. Had a strong kick & represented Victoria in 1908.
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No. 10.
* George Angus (1910-11) - played 1902-11; 157 games, 64 goals; DOB 15 April 1975
A triple premiership player (1902, 1903, & 1910), Angus was a follower or half forward who didn't make his league debut until he was 27. Was also playing coach in 1909 before taking over as captain-coach for 1910-11.
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No. 11.
^ Jock McHale (1912-13) - played 1903-18 & 1920; 261 games; DOB: 12 December 1882
After initially being rejected by Collingwood, McHale developed into one of the most durable players of all time, stringing together 191 consecutive games between 1906 & 1917. Began as a half back but eventually moved into the centre where he built his fine reputation. A member of Collingwood's premiership sides of 1910 & 1917, & also played in the losing grand final sides of 1905, 1911 & 1915, & went on to forge the most successful coaching career in league history. McHale was captain-coach in 1912-13, playing coach from 1914-17 & non-playing coach from 1918-49. Coached Collingwood for a total of 714 matches for 467 wins & eight premierships. A member of Collingwood's team of the century (Coach), & an Australian Football Hall of Fame legend.
* Bill Strickland (1897, & arguably 1896 flag) - played 1893-97; 16 games, 0 Goals; DOB: 17 August 1864
Collingwood's first ever captain in the VFL was one of the club's shining lights in the VFA in 1890s.
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No. 2.
^ Bill Proudfoot (1898-99 & 1901) - played 1897-1906; 108 games, 0 goals; DOB: 11 June 1868
A giant in Collingwood's early years, Proudfoot was a powerful, vigorous key defender who played in the 1902 and 1903 premiership teams.
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No. 3.
^ Dick Condon (1899-1900) - played 1897-1900 & 1902-06; 148 games, 104 goals; DOB 19 March 1876; Ht 180cm, Wt 72kg.
One of the greatest players of his era, Condon possessed rare flair and outstanding skills, and was rover in the 1902 and 1903 premiership teams. A unique character who clashed with team mates and club officials, he also served as playing coach in 1905-06.
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No. 4.
* Lardie Tulloch (1902-04) - played 1897-1904; 132 games, 67 goals; DOB: 15 April 1871
Captain of the 1902 and 1903 premiership teams, Tulloch is the only man to have captained a league premiership & to have umpired a grand final (1907). A greatly respected, robust player who could play at either end of the ground.
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No. 5.
^ Charlie H. Pannam (1905) - played 1897-1907; 179 games, 111 goals; DOB 2 Oct 1874; Ht 173cm, Wt 79kg.
A famous flying wingman who was one of the great players of the Magpies' early days & a member of the 1902 & 1903 premiership teams. Pannam was quick, clever & had excellent skills, & was the first man to play 100 VFL games. Noted for his consistency & ability to play well in finals, he was rated the Magpies' best afield in the 1903 flag success & second best in 1902. A six-time Victorian representative, Pannam went forward late in his career & topped the league goal kicking in 1905 with 38, the same year he captained Collingwood. He is the grand father of Magpie great Lou Richards.
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No. 6.
^ Alf Dummett (1906) - played 1901-10; 118 games, 10 goals; DOB 8 December 1880
A star defender who played in the 1902 & 1903 premiership teams. Later served Collingwood for many years in a number of capacities, including vice-president. Dummett was Victoria chairman of selectors from 1936-52.
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No. 7.
^ Arthur Leach (1906-08) - played 1898-1908; 173 games, 92 goals
Recruited to Collingwood after one season with Essendon, Leach had great worth ethic, strength & endurance, & was part of the 1902 & 1903 premiership teams. Reliable & versatile, Leach could play a variety of positions, & was named in the forward pocket in both flag successes. Also played in losing grand final sides of 1901 & 1905.
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No. 8.
^ Eddie Drohan (1908) - played 1903-08; 96 games, 54 goals
Played in a premiership in his first year at Collingwood after crossing from Fitzroy, where he'd played in two flags. Took a while to find his feet in black & white but at his best was a dashing wingman & his class shone through as his career wore on at Collingwood.
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No. 9.
Bob Nash 1908-09 - played 1904-09; 88 games, 14 goals
A splendid high mark who developed into a fine player & was regarded as a good tactician. Had a strong kick & represented Victoria in 1908.
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No. 10.
* George Angus (1910-11) - played 1902-11; 157 games, 64 goals; DOB 15 April 1975
A triple premiership player (1902, 1903, & 1910), Angus was a follower or half forward who didn't make his league debut until he was 27. Was also playing coach in 1909 before taking over as captain-coach for 1910-11.
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No. 11.
^ Jock McHale (1912-13) - played 1903-18 & 1920; 261 games; DOB: 12 December 1882
After initially being rejected by Collingwood, McHale developed into one of the most durable players of all time, stringing together 191 consecutive games between 1906 & 1917. Began as a half back but eventually moved into the centre where he built his fine reputation. A member of Collingwood's premiership sides of 1910 & 1917, & also played in the losing grand final sides of 1905, 1911 & 1915, & went on to forge the most successful coaching career in league history. McHale was captain-coach in 1912-13, playing coach from 1914-17 & non-playing coach from 1918-49. Coached Collingwood for a total of 714 matches for 467 wins & eight premierships. A member of Collingwood's team of the century (Coach), & an Australian Football Hall of Fame legend.
Club legend, James "Jock" McHale.
No. 12.
Dan Minogue (1914-16) - played 1911-16; 85 games, 37 goals; DOB 4 September 1891; Ht 183cm, Wt 92kg
Minogue could play anywhere as was used as a half back, half forward or ruckman. Had enormous strength & durability & limitless courage. Famously played out the 1911 grand final after breaking his collarbone in the first minute. Went on to play another 96 games with Richmond & Hawthorn between 1920-26 after returning from the war.
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No. 13.
* Percy Wilson (1917-18) - played 1909-20; 183 games, 71 goals; DOB 31 March 1889
Wilson was a star rover & forward from the moment he arrived at Victoria Park. Had a bad run with injury, but was a clever, tricky rover who was a beautiful pass on the run. Captain of the 1917 premiership, he missed the 1910 & 1919 flags through injury.
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No. 14.
* Con McCarthy (1919) - played 1915-21; 101 games, 22 goals; DOB 19 February 1893
McCarthy had enormous physical strength & was a fitness fanatic who enjoyed training in an era where it was unusual to do so. Played in the premiership team in 1917 & then captain the flag side in 1919, in between playing in the losing grand final team of 1918. McCarthy was a fine shepherder, mark & kick, & represented Victoria five times.
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No. 15.
^ Dick Lee (1920-21) - played 1906-22; 230 games, 707 goals; DOB 19 March 1889; Ht 175cm, Wt 70kg.
One of the first of football's great forwards, & raised the standards of forward play. He was a wonderful ground player & deadly kick for goal who had the ability to soar for marks. Lee headed the VFL goal kicking from 1907 to 1910, 1914, shared the lead in 1915 & won again in 1916, 1917, 1919 & 1921. His tally of 66 in 1915 was the highest in the first 25 years of VFL football. A member of three premiership teams (1910, 1917 & 1919), Lee represented Victoria an astonishing 17 times & his 11-goal haul in 1914 created a VFL record. Sustained many injuries but was extremely courageous & often played through them. Made the number 13 famous.
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No. 16.
^ Tom Drummond (1922) - played 1916-22; 94 games, 6 goals; Ht 170cm, Wt 68kg
A clever wingman who was a fine ball-handler & excellent mark for his size. A member of the 1917 & 1919 premiership sides, Drummond also represented Victoria in 1921 & 1922.
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No. 17.
^ Harry Curtis (1923) - played 1914-23; 122 games, 149 goals; DOB 3 October 1892; Ht 189cm, Wt 79kg.
Tall & lean, Curtis was dumped after one season at Carlton, but crossed to Collingwood where he established himself as a fine centre-half forward for a decade. A key player in the 1917 & 1919 grand final wins, Curtis went on to serve as president for a record 25 years.
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No. 18.
Charlie Tyson (1924-26) - played 1920-26; 106 games, 42 goals; DOB 14 November 1897
One of Collingwood's earliest greats, Tyson became a tremendously reliable half back flanker. Strong & courageous, he represented Victoria 3 times.
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No. 19.
* Syd Coventry (1927-34 ) - played 1922-34; 227 games, 62 goals; DOB 13 June 1899; Ht 182cm, Wt 85kg
One of Collingwood's greatest ever captains, Coventry led the Magpies to four successive premierships from 1927-1930. Also won the Brownlow Medal in 1927 with seven best-on-ground performances, & won Collingwood's best & fairest in 1927 & 1932. Despite standing just 182 centimetres, Coventry was extremely vigorous & ideally suited to ruck work. Showed outstanding leadership qualities, & a fearless protector of smaller team mates. The older brother of goal-kicking legend Gordon, Syd represented Victoria 27 times from 1922-33.
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No. 20.
* Harry Collier (1935-39) - played 1926-40; 253 games, 299 goals; DOB 1 October 1907; Ht 173cm, Wt 74kg
A brilliant rover with great goal sense & uncanny ball skills, the incredibly courageous Collier's career was one of the greatest of any at Victoria Park as he won two best & fairests (1928 & 1930) & played in six premiership teams. The Colliers are the only set of brothers to have won Brownlow Medals, after Harry's younger brother Albert won the award in 1929, & Harry was retrospectively awarded the medal for 1930.
Dan Minogue (1914-16) - played 1911-16; 85 games, 37 goals; DOB 4 September 1891; Ht 183cm, Wt 92kg
Minogue could play anywhere as was used as a half back, half forward or ruckman. Had enormous strength & durability & limitless courage. Famously played out the 1911 grand final after breaking his collarbone in the first minute. Went on to play another 96 games with Richmond & Hawthorn between 1920-26 after returning from the war.
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No. 13.
* Percy Wilson (1917-18) - played 1909-20; 183 games, 71 goals; DOB 31 March 1889
Wilson was a star rover & forward from the moment he arrived at Victoria Park. Had a bad run with injury, but was a clever, tricky rover who was a beautiful pass on the run. Captain of the 1917 premiership, he missed the 1910 & 1919 flags through injury.
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No. 14.
* Con McCarthy (1919) - played 1915-21; 101 games, 22 goals; DOB 19 February 1893
McCarthy had enormous physical strength & was a fitness fanatic who enjoyed training in an era where it was unusual to do so. Played in the premiership team in 1917 & then captain the flag side in 1919, in between playing in the losing grand final team of 1918. McCarthy was a fine shepherder, mark & kick, & represented Victoria five times.
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No. 15.
^ Dick Lee (1920-21) - played 1906-22; 230 games, 707 goals; DOB 19 March 1889; Ht 175cm, Wt 70kg.
One of the first of football's great forwards, & raised the standards of forward play. He was a wonderful ground player & deadly kick for goal who had the ability to soar for marks. Lee headed the VFL goal kicking from 1907 to 1910, 1914, shared the lead in 1915 & won again in 1916, 1917, 1919 & 1921. His tally of 66 in 1915 was the highest in the first 25 years of VFL football. A member of three premiership teams (1910, 1917 & 1919), Lee represented Victoria an astonishing 17 times & his 11-goal haul in 1914 created a VFL record. Sustained many injuries but was extremely courageous & often played through them. Made the number 13 famous.
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No. 16.
^ Tom Drummond (1922) - played 1916-22; 94 games, 6 goals; Ht 170cm, Wt 68kg
A clever wingman who was a fine ball-handler & excellent mark for his size. A member of the 1917 & 1919 premiership sides, Drummond also represented Victoria in 1921 & 1922.
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No. 17.
^ Harry Curtis (1923) - played 1914-23; 122 games, 149 goals; DOB 3 October 1892; Ht 189cm, Wt 79kg.
Tall & lean, Curtis was dumped after one season at Carlton, but crossed to Collingwood where he established himself as a fine centre-half forward for a decade. A key player in the 1917 & 1919 grand final wins, Curtis went on to serve as president for a record 25 years.
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No. 18.
Charlie Tyson (1924-26) - played 1920-26; 106 games, 42 goals; DOB 14 November 1897
One of Collingwood's earliest greats, Tyson became a tremendously reliable half back flanker. Strong & courageous, he represented Victoria 3 times.
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No. 19.
* Syd Coventry (1927-34 ) - played 1922-34; 227 games, 62 goals; DOB 13 June 1899; Ht 182cm, Wt 85kg
One of Collingwood's greatest ever captains, Coventry led the Magpies to four successive premierships from 1927-1930. Also won the Brownlow Medal in 1927 with seven best-on-ground performances, & won Collingwood's best & fairest in 1927 & 1932. Despite standing just 182 centimetres, Coventry was extremely vigorous & ideally suited to ruck work. Showed outstanding leadership qualities, & a fearless protector of smaller team mates. The older brother of goal-kicking legend Gordon, Syd represented Victoria 27 times from 1922-33.
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No. 20.
* Harry Collier (1935-39) - played 1926-40; 253 games, 299 goals; DOB 1 October 1907; Ht 173cm, Wt 74kg
A brilliant rover with great goal sense & uncanny ball skills, the incredibly courageous Collier's career was one of the greatest of any at Victoria Park as he won two best & fairests (1928 & 1930) & played in six premiership teams. The Colliers are the only set of brothers to have won Brownlow Medals, after Harry's younger brother Albert won the award in 1929, & Harry was retrospectively awarded the medal for 1930.
4 Captains - (L -R) Syd Coventry, Charlie Tyson, Phonse Kyne, & Murray Weideman.
No. 21.
Jack Regan (1940-41 & 1943) - played 1930-41, 1943 & 1946; 196 games, 3 goals; DOB 12 September 1912; Ht 187cm, 81kg
Regan was the prince of full backs in an era of champion full forwards. Many good judges regard Regan as the greatest full back the game has even seen. His duels with South Melbourne great Bob Pratt were legendary. Best & fairest in 1936 & third in the Brownlow in 1934, Regan was fast, dashing & a long kick and a regular Victoria representative, captain the state in 1941. He played in the Magpie premierships of 1935 & 1936, & served the club tremendously as secretary from 1969-77.
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No. 22.
^ Phonse Kyne (1942 & 1946-49) - played 1934-44 & 1946-50; 245 games, 237 goals; DOB 29 August 1915; Ht 188cm, Wt 86kg
One of Collingwood's greatest ever servants, Kyne began with the Magpies as a centre half-forward & played there in the 1935 & 1936 premiership sides. After that he was utilised as a ruckman, & was mobile and a clever palmer of the ball. Unlike many players he returned from WWII to be a dominant player winning the famed Copeland Trophy three times from 1946. Represented Victoria nine times, & later went on to coach the Magpies to two premierships between 1950 & 1963.
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No. 23.
Pat Fricker (1944) - played 1935-41 & 1944; 71 games; DOB 9 March 1916; Ht 178cm, Wt 70kg
A handy utility who captained the club for one season & played on the wing in the losing 1939 grand final side.
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No. 24.
^ Alby Pannam (1945) - played 1933-43 & 1945; 181 games, 453 goals; DOB 19 April 1914; Ht 168cm, Wt 63kg
The son of another Magpie captain Charles H Pannam (1905), Alby established a reputation as one of the trickiest & most deadly rover/forwards in league football. Small & light, he could kick goals from anywhere & could doge & baulk brilliantly. He played in the premiership teams of 1935 & 1936, & was rated Collingwood's best in 1936. Won the club best & fairest in 1942 having represented Victoria the previous year.
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No. 25.
Gordon Hocking (1950-51) - played 1938-41 & 1943-52; 171 games, 78 goals; DOB 12 August 1919; Ht 178cm, Wt 81kg
Despite standing only 178 centimetres, he was Collingwood ruckman for the best part of 15 years. Hocking relished hard work & was extremely determined. He played in losing grand final sides in his first two seasons & went on to captain Victoria.
Jack Regan (1940-41 & 1943) - played 1930-41, 1943 & 1946; 196 games, 3 goals; DOB 12 September 1912; Ht 187cm, 81kg
Regan was the prince of full backs in an era of champion full forwards. Many good judges regard Regan as the greatest full back the game has even seen. His duels with South Melbourne great Bob Pratt were legendary. Best & fairest in 1936 & third in the Brownlow in 1934, Regan was fast, dashing & a long kick and a regular Victoria representative, captain the state in 1941. He played in the Magpie premierships of 1935 & 1936, & served the club tremendously as secretary from 1969-77.
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No. 22.
^ Phonse Kyne (1942 & 1946-49) - played 1934-44 & 1946-50; 245 games, 237 goals; DOB 29 August 1915; Ht 188cm, Wt 86kg
One of Collingwood's greatest ever servants, Kyne began with the Magpies as a centre half-forward & played there in the 1935 & 1936 premiership sides. After that he was utilised as a ruckman, & was mobile and a clever palmer of the ball. Unlike many players he returned from WWII to be a dominant player winning the famed Copeland Trophy three times from 1946. Represented Victoria nine times, & later went on to coach the Magpies to two premierships between 1950 & 1963.
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No. 23.
Pat Fricker (1944) - played 1935-41 & 1944; 71 games; DOB 9 March 1916; Ht 178cm, Wt 70kg
A handy utility who captained the club for one season & played on the wing in the losing 1939 grand final side.
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No. 24.
^ Alby Pannam (1945) - played 1933-43 & 1945; 181 games, 453 goals; DOB 19 April 1914; Ht 168cm, Wt 63kg
The son of another Magpie captain Charles H Pannam (1905), Alby established a reputation as one of the trickiest & most deadly rover/forwards in league football. Small & light, he could kick goals from anywhere & could doge & baulk brilliantly. He played in the premiership teams of 1935 & 1936, & was rated Collingwood's best in 1936. Won the club best & fairest in 1942 having represented Victoria the previous year.
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No. 25.
Gordon Hocking (1950-51) - played 1938-41 & 1943-52; 171 games, 78 goals; DOB 12 August 1919; Ht 178cm, Wt 81kg
Despite standing only 178 centimetres, he was Collingwood ruckman for the best part of 15 years. Hocking relished hard work & was extremely determined. He played in losing grand final sides in his first two seasons & went on to captain Victoria.
Lou Richards kicking forward.
No. 26.
* Lou Richards (1952-55) - played 1941-55; 250 games, 423 goals; DOB 15 March 1923; Ht 170cm, Wt 72kg
Richards became a legend on & off the field. The nephew of Magpie hero Alby Pannam, Richards was an immensely courageous rover/forward-pocket & became a favourite of the Magpie faithful. His greatest on-field achievement was leading the Magpies to the 1953 premiership. Richards was also a Victorian representative. Upon retiring he became one of the most-loved media personalities & commentators.
Check out Lou in our new "PLAYER SPOTLIGHT" series.
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No. 27.
^ Neil Mann (1955-56) - played 1945-56; 179 games, 155 goals; DOB 12 August 1924; Ht 188cm, Wt 82kg
Famous for having the biggest pair of hands in the game, Mann was a great mark. In the early stages of his career alternated between full-forward & centre half-forward, but really began to make his mark when switched to centre half-back. In 1953 he was one of the best in the premiership win & ran third in the Brownlow & the following year ran second in the Brownlow & won the Copeland Trophy. Mann captained two losing grand final teams in 1955 & 1956, represented Victoria 10 times & went on to coach the Magpies from 1972-74.
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No. 28.
^ Bill Twomey (1957) - played 1945-58; 189 games, 154 goals; DOB 28 September 1927; Ht 179cm, Wt 76kg
A gifted & spectacular player, Twomey had the strength of a big man & pace of a small player. He played in a variety of positions & starred in them all. He even excelled at full forward, kicking eight in one dazzling final against Footscray & also bagged 11 in one home-&-away game. Twomey oozed talent, however was dropped in 1951, but fought back to play in the 1953 premiership team & won the Copeland Trophy in 1956. Represented Victoria seven times.
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No. 29.
Frank Tuck (1958-59) - played 1950-59; 131 games, 34 goals; DOB 24 July 1931; Ht 183cm 78kg
A strong & fearless half back who possessed a good mark & long kick. He was one of the game's unluckiest players, missing the 1953 flag through suspension & being forced out of the 1958 (Weideman) premiership with a torn thigh, his first year as captain.
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No. 30.
* Murray Weideman (1960-63 & 1958 flag) - played 1953-63; 180 games, 262 goals; DOB 16 February 1936; Ht 187cm, 96kg
One of the toughest & most uncompromising Magpies ever. In 1952 he trained with Collingwood & wasn't considered good enough for the thirds. By the end of the following year he was 20th man in a premiership side. Once he became captain, he developed a reputation as an enforcer, playing as a high-flying, aggressive centre half-forward. Led Collingwood to the 1958 flag in place of the injured Frank Tuck. A three-time Copeland Trophy winner (1957, 1961 & 1962) & five-time Victorian representative, Weideman retired at just 27. Later coached Collingwood in 1975-76.
The "Weed" was also a professional wrestler whilst away from the football field.
* Lou Richards (1952-55) - played 1941-55; 250 games, 423 goals; DOB 15 March 1923; Ht 170cm, Wt 72kg
Richards became a legend on & off the field. The nephew of Magpie hero Alby Pannam, Richards was an immensely courageous rover/forward-pocket & became a favourite of the Magpie faithful. His greatest on-field achievement was leading the Magpies to the 1953 premiership. Richards was also a Victorian representative. Upon retiring he became one of the most-loved media personalities & commentators.
Check out Lou in our new "PLAYER SPOTLIGHT" series.
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No. 27.
^ Neil Mann (1955-56) - played 1945-56; 179 games, 155 goals; DOB 12 August 1924; Ht 188cm, Wt 82kg
Famous for having the biggest pair of hands in the game, Mann was a great mark. In the early stages of his career alternated between full-forward & centre half-forward, but really began to make his mark when switched to centre half-back. In 1953 he was one of the best in the premiership win & ran third in the Brownlow & the following year ran second in the Brownlow & won the Copeland Trophy. Mann captained two losing grand final teams in 1955 & 1956, represented Victoria 10 times & went on to coach the Magpies from 1972-74.
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No. 28.
^ Bill Twomey (1957) - played 1945-58; 189 games, 154 goals; DOB 28 September 1927; Ht 179cm, Wt 76kg
A gifted & spectacular player, Twomey had the strength of a big man & pace of a small player. He played in a variety of positions & starred in them all. He even excelled at full forward, kicking eight in one dazzling final against Footscray & also bagged 11 in one home-&-away game. Twomey oozed talent, however was dropped in 1951, but fought back to play in the 1953 premiership team & won the Copeland Trophy in 1956. Represented Victoria seven times.
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No. 29.
Frank Tuck (1958-59) - played 1950-59; 131 games, 34 goals; DOB 24 July 1931; Ht 183cm 78kg
A strong & fearless half back who possessed a good mark & long kick. He was one of the game's unluckiest players, missing the 1953 flag through suspension & being forced out of the 1958 (Weideman) premiership with a torn thigh, his first year as captain.
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No. 30.
* Murray Weideman (1960-63 & 1958 flag) - played 1953-63; 180 games, 262 goals; DOB 16 February 1936; Ht 187cm, 96kg
One of the toughest & most uncompromising Magpies ever. In 1952 he trained with Collingwood & wasn't considered good enough for the thirds. By the end of the following year he was 20th man in a premiership side. Once he became captain, he developed a reputation as an enforcer, playing as a high-flying, aggressive centre half-forward. Led Collingwood to the 1958 flag in place of the injured Frank Tuck. A three-time Copeland Trophy winner (1957, 1961 & 1962) & five-time Victorian representative, Weideman retired at just 27. Later coached Collingwood in 1975-76.
The "Weed" was also a professional wrestler whilst away from the football field.
Football's first tactician - Jock McHale.
No. 31.
^ Ray Gabelich (1964-65) - played 1955-60 & 1962-66; 160 games, 43 goals; DOB 3 July 1934; Ht 193cm, Wt 109kg
A massive ruckman whose huge frame made him virtually unbeatable at throw-ins. He was a safe mark & penetrating kick, & won the Copeland Trophy in 1960. Shocked the football world by returning to his native Western Australia in 1961, but by 1962 was back at Victoria Park & was made vice-captain. He took over from Murray Weideman as captain in 1964 & led the Magpies to the grand final in that year - & made a famous 'wobbly' run late in the match (see video above). His final match was the losing 1966 grand final.
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No. 32.
^ John Henderson (1965) - played 1957-66; 144 games, 28 goals; DOB 31 August 1938; Ht 187cm, Wt 91kg
A highly skilled player who started out as a half back flanker before moving into the centre. A quick, daring player who was a member of the 1958 premiership team & ran third in the 1963 Brownlow Medal, & starred in each week of the 1964 finals campaign.
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No. 33.
Des Tuddenham (1966-69 & 1976) - played 1962-71 & 1976-77; 182 games, 251 goals; DOB 29 January 1943; Ht 180cm, Wt83 kg
One of the toughest Magpies ever, & certainly one of the club's greatest on-field leaders. A ferocious competitor & always one to impose himself physically, Tuddenham played his best football on the half forward flank, & embodied everything Collingwood stood for in its greatest days. Played in three losing grand finals, including being skipper of the one-point loss in 1966, & captained Victoria in 1971.
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No. 34.
Terry Waters (1970-71) - played 1963-72; 163 games; DOB 14 December 1943; Ht 188cm, Wt 85kg
Started his career in attack & led the club's goal kicking in his first two seasons. Developed a reputation as one of the best marks in the game, & by the 1966 grand final was playing in defence, when he was rated the Magpies' best in the one-point loss, in the same season he won the Copeland Trophy. Played in two other losing grand finals in 1964 & 1970, represented Victoria eight times & was an All-Australian in 1969.
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No. 35.
Wayne Richardson (1971-75) - played 1966-78; 277 games, 323 goals; DOB 12 August 1946; Ht 179cm, Wt 76kg
One of the finest players of his era & a true Collingwood champion, Richardson was extremely skilled at reading the play as a rover. Twice a winner of the Copeland Trophy (1971 & 1974), he was also a regular Victoria representative & served Collingwood with tremendous distinction as a player & returned to Victoria Park as a director in 1986.
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No. 36.
Max Richardson (1977) - played 1969-78; 211 games, 158 goals; DOB 24 December 1948; Ht 183cm, Wt 87kg
The younger brother of Wayne, Max was an extremely versatile player who could play midfield & also in defence with distinction. Was runner-up to his brother in the Copeland Trophy in 1974.
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No. 37.
Len Thompson (1978) - played 1965-78; 270 games, 217 goals; DOB 27 August 1947; Ht 200cm, Wt 95kg
One of the first giant ruckman to combine outstanding ruck play with around-the-ground mobility & skill, Thompson was a truly gifted athlete. A five-time Copeland Trophy winner & winner of the 1972 Brownlow Medal, he was vice-captain for five years before leading the club in 1978, & was twice captain of Victoria. One of his greatest disappointments was playing in four grand finals without a premiership.
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No. 38.
Ray Shaw (1979-80 ) - played 1974-81; 146 games, 200 goals; DOB 27 April 1954; Ht 175cm, Wt 70kg
Shaw won himself a reputation as one of the best rovers in the competition. He won the Copeland Trophy in 1978 & represented Victoria in 1979.
^ Ray Gabelich (1964-65) - played 1955-60 & 1962-66; 160 games, 43 goals; DOB 3 July 1934; Ht 193cm, Wt 109kg
A massive ruckman whose huge frame made him virtually unbeatable at throw-ins. He was a safe mark & penetrating kick, & won the Copeland Trophy in 1960. Shocked the football world by returning to his native Western Australia in 1961, but by 1962 was back at Victoria Park & was made vice-captain. He took over from Murray Weideman as captain in 1964 & led the Magpies to the grand final in that year - & made a famous 'wobbly' run late in the match (see video above). His final match was the losing 1966 grand final.
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No. 32.
^ John Henderson (1965) - played 1957-66; 144 games, 28 goals; DOB 31 August 1938; Ht 187cm, Wt 91kg
A highly skilled player who started out as a half back flanker before moving into the centre. A quick, daring player who was a member of the 1958 premiership team & ran third in the 1963 Brownlow Medal, & starred in each week of the 1964 finals campaign.
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No. 33.
Des Tuddenham (1966-69 & 1976) - played 1962-71 & 1976-77; 182 games, 251 goals; DOB 29 January 1943; Ht 180cm, Wt83 kg
One of the toughest Magpies ever, & certainly one of the club's greatest on-field leaders. A ferocious competitor & always one to impose himself physically, Tuddenham played his best football on the half forward flank, & embodied everything Collingwood stood for in its greatest days. Played in three losing grand finals, including being skipper of the one-point loss in 1966, & captained Victoria in 1971.
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No. 34.
Terry Waters (1970-71) - played 1963-72; 163 games; DOB 14 December 1943; Ht 188cm, Wt 85kg
Started his career in attack & led the club's goal kicking in his first two seasons. Developed a reputation as one of the best marks in the game, & by the 1966 grand final was playing in defence, when he was rated the Magpies' best in the one-point loss, in the same season he won the Copeland Trophy. Played in two other losing grand finals in 1964 & 1970, represented Victoria eight times & was an All-Australian in 1969.
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No. 35.
Wayne Richardson (1971-75) - played 1966-78; 277 games, 323 goals; DOB 12 August 1946; Ht 179cm, Wt 76kg
One of the finest players of his era & a true Collingwood champion, Richardson was extremely skilled at reading the play as a rover. Twice a winner of the Copeland Trophy (1971 & 1974), he was also a regular Victoria representative & served Collingwood with tremendous distinction as a player & returned to Victoria Park as a director in 1986.
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No. 36.
Max Richardson (1977) - played 1969-78; 211 games, 158 goals; DOB 24 December 1948; Ht 183cm, Wt 87kg
The younger brother of Wayne, Max was an extremely versatile player who could play midfield & also in defence with distinction. Was runner-up to his brother in the Copeland Trophy in 1974.
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No. 37.
Len Thompson (1978) - played 1965-78; 270 games, 217 goals; DOB 27 August 1947; Ht 200cm, Wt 95kg
One of the first giant ruckman to combine outstanding ruck play with around-the-ground mobility & skill, Thompson was a truly gifted athlete. A five-time Copeland Trophy winner & winner of the 1972 Brownlow Medal, he was vice-captain for five years before leading the club in 1978, & was twice captain of Victoria. One of his greatest disappointments was playing in four grand finals without a premiership.
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No. 38.
Ray Shaw (1979-80 ) - played 1974-81; 146 games, 200 goals; DOB 27 April 1954; Ht 175cm, Wt 70kg
Shaw won himself a reputation as one of the best rovers in the competition. He won the Copeland Trophy in 1978 & represented Victoria in 1979.
Unlucky Captain, Peter Moore following the 1981 Grand Final loss.
No. 39.
Peter Moore (1981-82) - played 1974-82; 172 games, 193 goals; DOB 11 January 1957; Ht 198cm, Wt 80kg
An extremely tall, athletic ruckman, Moore's running ability made him almost impossible for opposition big men to match up on. In 1979 he took over as the club's number one ruckman when Len Thompson departed & won the Brownlow Medal, two years later was made captain. In 2023, Peter's son, Darcy, became the 47th captain of the club.
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No. 40.
Mark Williams (1983-86 ) - played 1981-86; 135 games, 178 goals; DOB 21 August 1958; Ht 183cm, 80kg
A ferociously competitive midfielder & son of South Australian, & Port Adelaide Magpies legend Fos Williams, he won the Copeland Trophy & represented Victoria in his first year at Collingwood. Also played in the losing grand final team of 1981. A loyal servant of the club, Williams proved to be an excellent captain & won his second Copeland Trophy in 1985.
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No. 41.
* Tony Shaw (1987-93) - played 1977-94; 313 games, 159 goals; DOB 23 July 1960; Ht 170cm, Wt 80kg
A superbly courageous centre-man who famously led the Magpies to the 1990 flag, winning the Norm Smith Medal as best player on the ground. Also won the Copeland Trophy in 1990, his second best-and-fairest after his 1984 triumph. Part of one of Collingwood's most famous families, his brothers Neville and Ray also played. Later coached Collingwood in 1996.
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No. 42.
^ Gavin Brown (1994-98) - played 1987-2000; 254 games, 195 goals; DOB 25 September 1967; Ht 184cm,Wt 86kg
One of Collingwood's favourite sons, Brown is remembered as an extremely courageous player who started his career on the wing & played in the 1990 premiership team. A three-time Copeland Trophy winner & two-time All-Australian, Brown also led Victoria with distinction & also proved an extremely effective forward option.
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No. 43.
Nathan Buckley (1999-2007) - played 1994-2007; 260 games, 263 goals; DOB 26 July 1972; Ht 186cm, Wt 90kg
One of the all-time greats of the game & arguably the best ever to pull on the black & white stripes, Buckley’s record speaks for itself; six Copeland Trophies (1994, 1996, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2003), a Brownlow Medal (2003), Norm Smith Medal (2003) & seven-time All-Australian (1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2003). "Bucks" became the club's most-capped skipper when he led the Magpies for the 154th time in the thrilling round 21 victory over Port Adelaide in 2006, until Scott Pendlebury over a decade later. He came to the club in 1994 after one season with Brisbane & immediately stamped his brilliance on the club, tying with Gavin Brown for the first of his best-&-fairest awards, & setting the tone for a brilliant career with Collingwood after one season with Brisbane. Bucks served as the Senior Coach of the AFL team from 2012 until 2021 - his last game was a hard-fought win against eventual-premier Melbourne FC on the annual Queen's Birthday clash on Monday 13th June.
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No. 44.
Scott Burns (2008) - played 1995-2008; 264 games, 149 goals; DOB 23 December 1974; Ht 181cm, Wt 85kg
One of the toughest & most respected Magpie midfielders of the modern era, Burns played 264 games in 14 seasons at Collingwood after being drafted from South Australian club Norwood. He enjoyed his finest seasons in the grand final years of 2002 & 2003 when he finished second & third respectively in the Copeland Trophy voting, while also being judged the club’s best finals player in 2002. Also a recipient of the Darren Millane Memorial Trophy as best clubman in 2004, while his potential was recognised in 1995 when he was named Collingwood’s best first-year player. He was a deserving recipient of the captaincy.
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No. 45.
* Nick Maxwell (2009-2013) - played 2004-2014 ; 208 games, 29 goals; DOB 3 June 1983; Ht 193cm, Wt 92kg
A success story of the rookie-list system, Maxwell made his debut in 2004 & has developed into one of the team's toughest, most courageous & versatile players. Maxy's durability is also one of his strengths, & he was rewarded for his fine on and off field leadership by being appointed captain of the club for the 2009 season, following the retirement of Scott Burns. Nick became Collingwood's 11th premiership captain when he led the Magpies to their extraordinary win over St Kilda in the 2010 Grand Final replay. He was one of the side's best in both the drawn & replayed Grand Finals. He retired in July 2014, after a long battle with an injured ankle.
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No. 46.
^ Scott Pendlebury (2014-2022) - played 2006-present; 388 games, 195 goals; DOB 7 January 1988; Ht 191cm, Wt 91kg
Perhaps the prototype of the modern midfielder. Sleek, skillful, & slippery, Pendlebury is one of the bonafide stars of the competition. "Pendles" debuted in 2006, & his ability to win the contested ball as well as use his creativity in open space has made him one of the hardest players to tag. His graceful style of play belies his hardness, for he is a fierce tackler & renowned for his abilities at the bottom of the packs. Often appears to be playing at a different tempo to the other players on the field, such is his calmness that stems from playing as a point-guard in basketball teams in his youth. He boasts an imposing trophy cabinet, with his crowning glory - his 2010 Norm Smith Medal. He became captain of the club after taking the reigns from Nick Maxwell &, at 34 years old, is still one of the elite players of the AFL when the game is on the line. Pendlebury beat Tony Shaw's games played record (313) in a match against Port Adelaide in Round 18 (Monday 21st Sept) 2020, as well as Nathan Buckley's games captained record (161) on the same night. On Saturday 16 July 2022, the ever-green captain played his 350th AFL game in a come-from-behind victory against the Adelaide Crows, with the final score 97-86. Pendles ended up with 1 goal, 29 disposals, & 12 tackles in a performance that showed exactly why he will go down as the one of the greatest Magpies to have ever worn the black & white guernsey. He handed the Magpies captaincy over the Darcy Moore for the start of the 2023 AFL season. Pendles further cemented his footy legacy on Friday 7th July 2023, in a 89-77 win against the Western Bulldogs, amassing 21 disposals, passing Robert Harvey's all-time VFL/AFL career disposal record of 9643.
Peter Moore (1981-82) - played 1974-82; 172 games, 193 goals; DOB 11 January 1957; Ht 198cm, Wt 80kg
An extremely tall, athletic ruckman, Moore's running ability made him almost impossible for opposition big men to match up on. In 1979 he took over as the club's number one ruckman when Len Thompson departed & won the Brownlow Medal, two years later was made captain. In 2023, Peter's son, Darcy, became the 47th captain of the club.
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No. 40.
Mark Williams (1983-86 ) - played 1981-86; 135 games, 178 goals; DOB 21 August 1958; Ht 183cm, 80kg
A ferociously competitive midfielder & son of South Australian, & Port Adelaide Magpies legend Fos Williams, he won the Copeland Trophy & represented Victoria in his first year at Collingwood. Also played in the losing grand final team of 1981. A loyal servant of the club, Williams proved to be an excellent captain & won his second Copeland Trophy in 1985.
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No. 41.
* Tony Shaw (1987-93) - played 1977-94; 313 games, 159 goals; DOB 23 July 1960; Ht 170cm, Wt 80kg
A superbly courageous centre-man who famously led the Magpies to the 1990 flag, winning the Norm Smith Medal as best player on the ground. Also won the Copeland Trophy in 1990, his second best-and-fairest after his 1984 triumph. Part of one of Collingwood's most famous families, his brothers Neville and Ray also played. Later coached Collingwood in 1996.
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No. 42.
^ Gavin Brown (1994-98) - played 1987-2000; 254 games, 195 goals; DOB 25 September 1967; Ht 184cm,Wt 86kg
One of Collingwood's favourite sons, Brown is remembered as an extremely courageous player who started his career on the wing & played in the 1990 premiership team. A three-time Copeland Trophy winner & two-time All-Australian, Brown also led Victoria with distinction & also proved an extremely effective forward option.
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No. 43.
Nathan Buckley (1999-2007) - played 1994-2007; 260 games, 263 goals; DOB 26 July 1972; Ht 186cm, Wt 90kg
One of the all-time greats of the game & arguably the best ever to pull on the black & white stripes, Buckley’s record speaks for itself; six Copeland Trophies (1994, 1996, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2003), a Brownlow Medal (2003), Norm Smith Medal (2003) & seven-time All-Australian (1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2003). "Bucks" became the club's most-capped skipper when he led the Magpies for the 154th time in the thrilling round 21 victory over Port Adelaide in 2006, until Scott Pendlebury over a decade later. He came to the club in 1994 after one season with Brisbane & immediately stamped his brilliance on the club, tying with Gavin Brown for the first of his best-&-fairest awards, & setting the tone for a brilliant career with Collingwood after one season with Brisbane. Bucks served as the Senior Coach of the AFL team from 2012 until 2021 - his last game was a hard-fought win against eventual-premier Melbourne FC on the annual Queen's Birthday clash on Monday 13th June.
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No. 44.
Scott Burns (2008) - played 1995-2008; 264 games, 149 goals; DOB 23 December 1974; Ht 181cm, Wt 85kg
One of the toughest & most respected Magpie midfielders of the modern era, Burns played 264 games in 14 seasons at Collingwood after being drafted from South Australian club Norwood. He enjoyed his finest seasons in the grand final years of 2002 & 2003 when he finished second & third respectively in the Copeland Trophy voting, while also being judged the club’s best finals player in 2002. Also a recipient of the Darren Millane Memorial Trophy as best clubman in 2004, while his potential was recognised in 1995 when he was named Collingwood’s best first-year player. He was a deserving recipient of the captaincy.
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No. 45.
* Nick Maxwell (2009-2013) - played 2004-2014 ; 208 games, 29 goals; DOB 3 June 1983; Ht 193cm, Wt 92kg
A success story of the rookie-list system, Maxwell made his debut in 2004 & has developed into one of the team's toughest, most courageous & versatile players. Maxy's durability is also one of his strengths, & he was rewarded for his fine on and off field leadership by being appointed captain of the club for the 2009 season, following the retirement of Scott Burns. Nick became Collingwood's 11th premiership captain when he led the Magpies to their extraordinary win over St Kilda in the 2010 Grand Final replay. He was one of the side's best in both the drawn & replayed Grand Finals. He retired in July 2014, after a long battle with an injured ankle.
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No. 46.
^ Scott Pendlebury (2014-2022) - played 2006-present; 388 games, 195 goals; DOB 7 January 1988; Ht 191cm, Wt 91kg
Perhaps the prototype of the modern midfielder. Sleek, skillful, & slippery, Pendlebury is one of the bonafide stars of the competition. "Pendles" debuted in 2006, & his ability to win the contested ball as well as use his creativity in open space has made him one of the hardest players to tag. His graceful style of play belies his hardness, for he is a fierce tackler & renowned for his abilities at the bottom of the packs. Often appears to be playing at a different tempo to the other players on the field, such is his calmness that stems from playing as a point-guard in basketball teams in his youth. He boasts an imposing trophy cabinet, with his crowning glory - his 2010 Norm Smith Medal. He became captain of the club after taking the reigns from Nick Maxwell &, at 34 years old, is still one of the elite players of the AFL when the game is on the line. Pendlebury beat Tony Shaw's games played record (313) in a match against Port Adelaide in Round 18 (Monday 21st Sept) 2020, as well as Nathan Buckley's games captained record (161) on the same night. On Saturday 16 July 2022, the ever-green captain played his 350th AFL game in a come-from-behind victory against the Adelaide Crows, with the final score 97-86. Pendles ended up with 1 goal, 29 disposals, & 12 tackles in a performance that showed exactly why he will go down as the one of the greatest Magpies to have ever worn the black & white guernsey. He handed the Magpies captaincy over the Darcy Moore for the start of the 2023 AFL season. Pendles further cemented his footy legacy on Friday 7th July 2023, in a 89-77 win against the Western Bulldogs, amassing 21 disposals, passing Robert Harvey's all-time VFL/AFL career disposal record of 9643.
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No. 47.
* Darcy Moore (2023-present) - played 2015-present; 155 games, 67 goals; DOB 25 January 1996; Ht 203cm, Wt 100kg
The son of former Captain (1981-82) and Club great Peter Moore, Darcy began his journey at Collingwood when he was drafted as a Father-Son selection in the 2014 National Draft. Peter and Darcy become just the second father-son captains in Collingwood history after Charlie Pannam Snr (1905) and his son Alby Pannam (1945). “It is truly an incredible honour to be given the opportunity to lead this team,” Moore said. “The Collingwood captaincy is significant in its own right but it also holds another layer of significance for my family and I. To follow my father’s journey as Captain of the Collingwood Football Club at almost the same stage in his football journey is very special.
“There’s no shortage of strong and up-and-coming leaders in our group, and I look forward to working closely with the individuals that surround me to ensure we all continue to develop as leaders. I am fortunate to be part of a team and wider Club that features so many selfless and determined individuals.” Moore ended a stellar 2022 campaign by finishing third in the E. W Copeland Trophy count after returning to the game following a 2021 season that was interrupted by injury. Prior to injury, Moore’s 2020 campaign was a career-high. Known as one of the league’s best tall defenders, he dictated games in defence and attack from the back half. His performance was awarded with an All-Australian blazer.
Off the field, Moore is a role model within the Collingwood environment and across the wider AFL community. Since 2016 he has been a member of the AFL Players’ Association and, more recently, a Board Member. In 2021, Moore was one of the athlete leaders who shaped a response to the Club’s Do Better Report on racism and he has since been an instrumental part of the internal working group for Do Better along with supporting other initiatives aimed at continuing to progress our Club. In Darc's 150th game, on Sat 30th September, 2023, he became a Premiership captain, leading Collingwood to its 17th Grand Final victory.
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* - denotes a Premiership captain.
^ - denotes a Premiership player.
No. 47.
* Darcy Moore (2023-present) - played 2015-present; 155 games, 67 goals; DOB 25 January 1996; Ht 203cm, Wt 100kg
The son of former Captain (1981-82) and Club great Peter Moore, Darcy began his journey at Collingwood when he was drafted as a Father-Son selection in the 2014 National Draft. Peter and Darcy become just the second father-son captains in Collingwood history after Charlie Pannam Snr (1905) and his son Alby Pannam (1945). “It is truly an incredible honour to be given the opportunity to lead this team,” Moore said. “The Collingwood captaincy is significant in its own right but it also holds another layer of significance for my family and I. To follow my father’s journey as Captain of the Collingwood Football Club at almost the same stage in his football journey is very special.
“There’s no shortage of strong and up-and-coming leaders in our group, and I look forward to working closely with the individuals that surround me to ensure we all continue to develop as leaders. I am fortunate to be part of a team and wider Club that features so many selfless and determined individuals.” Moore ended a stellar 2022 campaign by finishing third in the E. W Copeland Trophy count after returning to the game following a 2021 season that was interrupted by injury. Prior to injury, Moore’s 2020 campaign was a career-high. Known as one of the league’s best tall defenders, he dictated games in defence and attack from the back half. His performance was awarded with an All-Australian blazer.
Off the field, Moore is a role model within the Collingwood environment and across the wider AFL community. Since 2016 he has been a member of the AFL Players’ Association and, more recently, a Board Member. In 2021, Moore was one of the athlete leaders who shaped a response to the Club’s Do Better Report on racism and he has since been an instrumental part of the internal working group for Do Better along with supporting other initiatives aimed at continuing to progress our Club. In Darc's 150th game, on Sat 30th September, 2023, he became a Premiership captain, leading Collingwood to its 17th Grand Final victory.
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* - denotes a Premiership captain.
^ - denotes a Premiership player.
AFLW Captains of the Club.
No. 1.
Stephanie Chiocci (2017-2019, Co-Captain with Brianna Davey 2020-2022)
- played 2017-2022; 55 games, 8 Goals; DOB: 6 December 1988; Ht 170cm.
Collingwood's first ever captain in the AFLW. A highly respected leader, Steph was recruited from Diamond Creek & provides plenty of drive off Half-Back & through the wings. Chiocci averaged 9.7 disposals in her first year of AFLW.
Her playing honours include:- VWFL Best First Year Player (2006), Senior State Representative (2009, 2011, 2013, 2015), All-Australian (2007, 2009, 2011, 2013), Diamond Creek Team of the Decade (2012). Steph left Collingwood at the end of the 2022 season to continue her career at St Kilda.
Stephanie Chiocci (2017-2019, Co-Captain with Brianna Davey 2020-2022)
- played 2017-2022; 55 games, 8 Goals; DOB: 6 December 1988; Ht 170cm.
Collingwood's first ever captain in the AFLW. A highly respected leader, Steph was recruited from Diamond Creek & provides plenty of drive off Half-Back & through the wings. Chiocci averaged 9.7 disposals in her first year of AFLW.
Her playing honours include:- VWFL Best First Year Player (2006), Senior State Representative (2009, 2011, 2013, 2015), All-Australian (2007, 2009, 2011, 2013), Diamond Creek Team of the Decade (2012). Steph left Collingwood at the end of the 2022 season to continue her career at St Kilda.
Brianna Davey joined Collingwood in 2020.
No. 2.
Brianna Davey (2023-present) - played 2020-present; 45 games, 14 Goals; DOB: 13 January 1995; Ht 175cm.
Collingwood's second ever captain in the AFLW, mid-fielder Davey continues the next chapter of Club history after being appointed as the Captain of the Magpies’ AFLW side, coming from Carlton, where she played the first 17 games of her AFLW career. She previously co-captained the Club alongside former Pies player Steph Chiocci, and will lead the team as sole captain from 2023.
In 2021, Brianna was named the AFLW's Best and Fairest, the AFLPA's MVP, Collingwood's Best & Fairest, as well as being selected to the AFL Women's All-Australian team.
Brianna Davey (2023-present) - played 2020-present; 45 games, 14 Goals; DOB: 13 January 1995; Ht 175cm.
Collingwood's second ever captain in the AFLW, mid-fielder Davey continues the next chapter of Club history after being appointed as the Captain of the Magpies’ AFLW side, coming from Carlton, where she played the first 17 games of her AFLW career. She previously co-captained the Club alongside former Pies player Steph Chiocci, and will lead the team as sole captain from 2023.
In 2021, Brianna was named the AFLW's Best and Fairest, the AFLPA's MVP, Collingwood's Best & Fairest, as well as being selected to the AFL Women's All-Australian team.
AFL Coaches of the Club
AFL - 1892-present.
No. Coach Coached Won Lost Drew Win% Years
1. Bill Strickland 13 8 5 0 61.54 1904 & 1908
2. Dick Condon 37 26 11 0 70.27 1905–06
3. Ted Rowell 12 6 6 0 50.00 1907–08
4. George Angus * 60 41 17 2 70.00 1909–11
5. Jock McHale * 713 466 237 10 66.06 1912–49
6. Bob Rush * ^ 1 1 0 0 100.00 1930
7. Phonse Kyne * 272 161 109 2 59.56 1950–63
8. Bob Rose 193 121 70 2 63.21 1964-71 & 1985-86
9. Neil Mann 72 49 22 1 68.75 1972–74
10. Ron Richards 2 2 0 0 100.00 1974
11. Murray Weideman 45 19 26 0 42.22 1975–76
12. Tom Hafey 138 89 47 2 65.22 1977–82
13. Mick Erwin 12 3 9 0 25.00 1982
14. John Cahill 47 27 20 0 57.45 1983–84
15. Leigh Matthews * 224 125 94 5 56.92 1986–95
16. Tony Shaw 88 30 58 0 34.09 1996–99
17. Mick Malthouse * 286 163 121 2 57.34 2000–11
18. Nathan Buckley 218 117 99 2 53.67 2012–21
19. Robert Harvey 9 2 7 0 22.22 2021
20. Craig McRae * 56 40 16 0 71.14 2022–present
* - denotes a premiership winning coach.
^ – Bob Rush was Coach for the 1930 Grand Final due to Jock McHale being bed-ridden with a severe flu.
1. Bill Strickland 13 8 5 0 61.54 1904 & 1908
2. Dick Condon 37 26 11 0 70.27 1905–06
3. Ted Rowell 12 6 6 0 50.00 1907–08
4. George Angus * 60 41 17 2 70.00 1909–11
5. Jock McHale * 713 466 237 10 66.06 1912–49
6. Bob Rush * ^ 1 1 0 0 100.00 1930
7. Phonse Kyne * 272 161 109 2 59.56 1950–63
8. Bob Rose 193 121 70 2 63.21 1964-71 & 1985-86
9. Neil Mann 72 49 22 1 68.75 1972–74
10. Ron Richards 2 2 0 0 100.00 1974
11. Murray Weideman 45 19 26 0 42.22 1975–76
12. Tom Hafey 138 89 47 2 65.22 1977–82
13. Mick Erwin 12 3 9 0 25.00 1982
14. John Cahill 47 27 20 0 57.45 1983–84
15. Leigh Matthews * 224 125 94 5 56.92 1986–95
16. Tony Shaw 88 30 58 0 34.09 1996–99
17. Mick Malthouse * 286 163 121 2 57.34 2000–11
18. Nathan Buckley 218 117 99 2 53.67 2012–21
19. Robert Harvey 9 2 7 0 22.22 2021
20. Craig McRae * 56 40 16 0 71.14 2022–present
* - denotes a premiership winning coach.
^ – Bob Rush was Coach for the 1930 Grand Final due to Jock McHale being bed-ridden with a severe flu.
Sam Wright, the Club's new AFLW coach...
AFLW Coaches of the Club
AFLW - 2017-present.
No. Coach Coached Won Lost Drew Win% Years
1. Wayne Siekman 14 6 8 0 42.86 2017–2019
2. Stephen Symonds 51 31 20 0 60.07 2019–23
3. Sam Wright 0 0 0 0 00.00 2024–present
1. Wayne Siekman 14 6 8 0 42.86 2017–2019
2. Stephen Symonds 51 31 20 0 60.07 2019–23
3. Sam Wright 0 0 0 0 00.00 2024–present
Wayne Siekman - the Club's inaugural Head Coach for our AFLW team.
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