Scott Selwood quits Magpies, steps away from AFL indefinitely after double family tragedy
The youngest Selwood sibling is stepping away from football indefinitely following the tragic deaths of his older brothers Adam and Troy.
Troy Selwood died in February and his twin brother Adam died in May, both by suicide.
The fourth brother, Geelong champion Joel, will present the AFL premiership cup on Saturday if the Cats beat the Lions.
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On Thursday, Collingwood announced Scott Selwood will quit his position as assistant coach of the AFL team.
The 35-year-old plans to travel overseas and explore opportunities outside football.
Scott Selwood and Nick Daicos. Getty
"Twelve years in the system as a player and six as a coach has been some of the best years of my life," Scott Selwood said via a club statement.
"It has been a personally challenging year for me so the timing feels right to take some time for myself away from football.
"I want to thank Collingwood for allowing me to coach the game I love. To experience premiership success with the people who have become second family to me will always be a special memory.
"There is so much to love about this club but I know what I'll miss most is the people I've been fortunate to work with across the journey and the feeling I got walking across the MCG and hearing the chant of the great Magpie Army.
Joel, Troy, and Scott Selwood. Instagram
"A special mention to Fly (head coach Craig McRae) for giving me an opportunity as an assistant coach. You have a great care for your people and I thank you for your support, kindness and friendship."
Selwood played 169 AFL games for West Coast and Geelong over a 13-year career.
He joined the Magpies immediately after retiring from his playing career, initially as a development coach before becoming an AFL assistant coach in 2021.
He was a key member of the staff in 2023 when the Magpies won the premiership, working primarily with the midfield group.
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