Ross Lyon and star face make-or-break 2027 at St Kilda
St Kilda coach Ross Lyon and star Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera both come out of contract in 2027.
St Kilda faces a critical juncture as both coach Ross Lyon and star player Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera have contracts expiring in 2027. The club missed finals in 2026 despite spending heavily on new acquisitions including Tom De Koning and Jack Silvagni.
Failure to reach the top eight again next season could force major changes at the club. Club great Leigh Montagna said a wildcard appearance is the minimum acceptable result; anything less suggests change is coming.
The challenge is steep: Sydney, Brisbane, Hawthorn and Geelong already look stronger, and the Bulldogs are rising, leaving just six top-flight spots and a wildcard mix with teams like Adelaide, Melbourne, Carlton and Collingwood also competing.
- Ross Lyon, Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera
- Contracts expiring
- Wildcard appearance
- Minimum acceptable result
- 2026 despite trade spending
- Finals misses
Why it mattersSt Kilda's 2027 campaign could determine whether the club keeps its coach and star player or embarks on a rebuild.
AustraliaSt Kilda supporters face an uncertain future; 2027 will define whether the club's recent investment pays off or requires a reset.
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