Brisbane Lions appoint Cameron Bruce as senior coach

The Brisbane Lions have officially named Cameron Bruce as the successor to Chris Fagan. Bruce, who served as an assistant coach under Fagan for five years, has signed a three-year deal to lead the club.

Bruce won the position ahead of candidates Adam Simpson, Nathan Buckley, and Hayden Skipworth. He brings significant experience to the role, having been involved in six premierships, including two three-peats: one under Alastair Clarkson at Hawthorn and another under Fagan at Brisbane.

Chris Fagan stepped down following the Lions' third consecutive premiership win over Fremantle in September. Fagan has since moved to Carlton to serve as director of coaching. Brisbane Lions chief executive Andrew Wellington stated that the club has confidence in Bruce to build upon the existing culture and foundations.