Murray Davis approached by Brisbane Lions for senior coach job
Brisbane has approached Davis, who spent 13 seasons at the club, about its senior coaching job.
Adelaide coaching director Murray Davis has been approached by Brisbane to interview for its senior coaching job. Davis spent 13 seasons at the Lions, including the 2024 premiership year, before Adelaide hired him.
Brisbane is looking for a replacement for triple premiership coach Chris Fagan. Brisbane plans to meet more than a handful of candidates, rather than promote from within.
Assistant Cameron Bruce is considered the frontrunner for the role. Davis has support inside Brighton Homes Arena and strong relationships with players and staff.
Earlier this year, Davis was one of four shortlisted for the Essendon job, which Mark McVeigh won. Brisbane's selection panel includes Leigh Matthews, Simon Black and Matti Clements.
Brisbane wants to make its choice by the end of October.
- 13 seasons
- Years at Brisbane
- Chris Fagan, triple premiership coach
- Coach being replaced
- Davis was one of four; Mark McVeigh won
- Essendon shortlist
- End of October
- Appointment target
Why it mattersBrisbane wants to appoint a new coach by the end of October, and Davis looms as a contender.
AustraliaAFL fans across Australia could see the Lions' next coach change how the team plays.
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