Nathan Buckley joins Cats coaching staff

Geelong Cats are pleased to announce Nathan Buckley will join the Club as an Assistant Coach ahead of the 2026 AFL season.

Following a decorated playing career of 280 games, Buckley transitioned into coaching, first joining Collingwood’s coaching panel as an assistant coach in 2010 before taking on the senior role in 2012.

Across his 10-year coaching career, Buckley guided Collingwood through five finals campaigns, including two Preliminary Finals as well as taking the Pies to the 2018 Grand Final.

For the past four years Buckley has worked in the media as a respected commentator, providing insightful analysis on the game through his roles with Fox Footy and SEN.

Geelong Cats Executive General Manager of Football Andrew Mackie said the Club is pleased to welcome Nathan to an experienced coaching group.

“We are excited to add Nathan to our Club and more specifically to our coaching group. He is respected and highly regarded across the football industry and brings a wealth of experience and a fresh perspective,” Mackie said.

“In speaking with Nathan, it was clear he had a strong appetite to return to coaching, and we look forward to welcoming him to our football program to work closely with our players and staff.”

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