In a stunning turn of events that has left fans across the desert buzzing with emotion, Geelong Cats head coach Chris Scott has officially announced that star midfielder Patrick Dangerfield will be the new captain of the Geelong Football Club.
The revelation came during a surprise press conference at GMHBA Stadium this afternoon, where Scott described the decision as “both natural and necessary” as the Cats enter a new era of leadership.
“Patrick’s influence on this club goes far beyond his on-field brilliance,” Scott said. “His professionalism, his competitiveness, his ability to lift the group—these are the qualities you want in a captain. The timing is right, and he’s ready.”
Dangerfield, who has been one of the AFL’s most dominant midfielders for more than a decade, appeared humbled but eager to embrace the responsibility.
“It’s an incredible honour,” he said. “I’ve grown so much since arriving at Geelong, and this club means everything to me. To lead this group, to help guide the next generation of Cats—I couldn’t be more excited.”
The announcement comes amid a period of transition for Geelong, as senior players move toward the twilight of their careers and a promising crop of young talent emerges. Supporters have long speculated about who would take the reins next, but the club’s confirmation still managed to send shockwaves across the AFL community.
Social media immediately erupted, with fans celebrating the appointment and praising Dangerfield’s passion, charisma, and relentless work ethic. Some players reportedly found out moments before the press conference, adding to the sense of surprise and exhilaration around the club.
With pre-season preparations intensifying, Dangerfield’s first task as captain will be uniting the squad behind a renewed push for September glory—a challenge the veteran midfielder seems more than willing to take on.
“For us, it’s simple,” he said. “We want to play tough, smart football. We want to make our supporters proud. And we want to chase success together.”
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