Darcy Moore has succeeded Scott Pendlebury as Collingwood captain, taking over from the longest-serving skipper in the club’s history.
Almost two months after Pendlebury resigned following nine seasons and 206 games with the captaincy tag, Moore has followed in the footsteps of his dad.
Moore’s dad Peter captained Collingwood across the 1981 and 1982 seasons.
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Moore, a gun key defender who earned All-Australian selection in 2020, said being made Collingwood captain was “truly an incredible honour”.
“The Collingwood captaincy is significant in its own right, but it also holds another layer of significance for my family and I. To follow my father’s journey as captain of the Collingwood Football Club at almost the same stage in his football journey is very special,” Moore said.
“There’s no shortage of strong and up-and-coming leaders in our group, and I look forward to working closely with the individuals that surround me to ensure we all continue to develop as leaders.
“I am fortunate to be part of a team and wider club that features so many selfless and determined individuals.”
Moore has played 126 games since landing at the Magpies as a father-son pick in the 2014 draft.
Rounding out Collingwood’s leadership group are Taylor Adams, Jeremy Howe and Brayden Maynard.
”We congratulate Darcy on being appointed captain and also Taylor, Jeremy and Brayden on their appointments to the leadership group,” said Collingwood footy boss Graham Wright.
“All four players display a strong alignment to the club values as well as attributes that will nurture, mentor and inspire the team.
“This process has confirmed there is no shortage of upcoming leaders in our group.
“We are fortunate to have a number of players who will play a role in leading this team even if they don’t hold a formal leadership title.”
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