Collingwood coach Sam Wright resigns after loss to Essendon
AFL • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 1, 2026, 6:49 AM
Last updated Nov 1, 2026
Sam Wright concluded his tenure as head coach of Collingwood after a 7-point loss to Essendon in round 12. He announced his resignation earlier in the week, citing a lack of energy and a challenging season where the team finished 17th, winning just one of 12 matches. Collingwood's leadership, including captain Ruby Schleicher, faces uncertainty with player contracts as the trade period approaches. Wright will participate in the club's review process alongside external consultant Brad Lloyd. His focus now shifts to family after prioritizing coaching commitments for the past three years.
- •Wright resigned after coaching Collingwood for three years.
- •The team finished 17th in the league with only one win.
- •Wright will assist in an upcoming club review.
- •Captain Ruby Schleicher plans to seek a trade in December.
- •Wright expressed a need to focus on family after coaching.
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"Sam Wright and Natalie Wood coached their last games in charge of Collingwood and Essendon respectively
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