Cameron Bruce appointed Brisbane Lions head coach for three years
Cameron Bruce, an assistant coach for five seasons and part of three premierships, becomes the Brisbane Lions' new head coach.
The Lions board appointed Cameron Bruce as head coach on Monday following Chris Fagan's departure in October. Bruce has been the club's assistant for five years and served as midfield mentor during the Lions' three consecutive premierships.
Cameron Bruce beat three other candidates, Nathan Buckley, Adam Simpson, and Hayden Skipworth, for the role. At 47, Bruce is a former 234-game AFL player for Melbourne and Hawthorn before moving into coaching.
He previously spent four years at Carlton before joining Brisbane in 2022. The club is expected to make the appointment official on Tuesday.
- 3 years
- Contract length
- 47
- Bruce's age
- 234 for Melbourne and Hawthorn
- AFL games played
- 5 seasons as assistant
- Brisbane tenure
Why it mattersPromoting from within gives Brisbane continuity and experience, but the coaching change will determine whether the Lions can chase a fourth straight premiership.
AustraliaThis shapes Australian Rules Football in Queensland and affects AFL fans' expectations for the Lions' next season.
