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Chris Fagan coaching career transition

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Following a third consecutive AFL premiership with the Brisbane Lions, coach Chris Fagan announced his retirement from the club. The Brisbane Lions began seeking a successor, with internal candidate Cameron Bruce and several external candidates being considered to maintain the team's momentum. Subsequently, Fagan joined the Carlton Football Club as director of coaching. In this new role, he will relocate to Melbourne to work alongside head coach Josh Fraser. The Brisbane Lions have officially appointed Cameron Bruce as the successor to Fagan. Bruce, who served as an assistant coach under Fagan for five years, signed a three-year deal to lead the club. He secured the position ahead of other candidates including Adam Simpson, Nathan Buckley, and Hayden Skipworth. Brisbane Lions chief executive Andrew Wellington stated that the club has confidence in Bruce to build upon the existing culture and foundations.

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