In a stunning turn of events, Collingwood Football Club’s coach Craig McRae has made the shocking decision to resign from his position, effective immediately. The news has sent shockwaves through the AFL community, with fans and fellow coaches alike reeling from the unexpected announcement.
According to sources, McRae, 51, informed the club’s board of directors earlier today that he would be stepping down as coach, citing personal reasons. The decision comes as a shock to the entire organization, with players, staff, and supporters left stunned and heartbroken.
The club has released a statement acknowledging McRae’s resignation, saying, “The Collingwood Football Club is shocked and saddened to announce that Craig McRae has informed the board of his decision to resign as senior coach, effective immediately. The club accepts his resignation and thanks him for his dedication and commitment to the Collingwood Football Club.”
McRae, who took over as coach in 2021, led the Magpies to the 2023 AFL Grand Final, where they defeated the Brisbane Lions to claim the premiership. His decision to resign comes as a surprise to many, given the team’s recent success.
“We are all shocked and saddened by Craig’s decision,” said Collingwood Football Club president, Jeff Browne. “Craig has been an outstanding coach, and his dedication to the club and its players has been unwavering. We thank him for his service and wish him all the best in his future endeavors.”
The club has announced that assistant coach Nathan Buckley will take over as interim coach, with a search for a new head coach to begin immediately.
McRae’s decision has sparked an outpouring of support from the AFL community, with fans and fellow coaches paying tribute to his dedication and commitment to the club.
“I am shocked and saddened by Craig’s decision,” said former Collingwood player and coach, Mick Malthouse. “He’s a great bloke and an outstanding coach. I wish him all the best.”
The news has left the Collingwood Football Club reeling, with players and staff trying to come to terms with the sudden departure of their coach.
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