GAFF RETURNS TO THE BULLDOGS

The South Fremantle Football Club is pleased to announce that former AFL midfielder and past player Andrew Gaff will rejoin the club in the newly created role of Performance & Wellbeing Coordinator.

Gaff, who played seven games for South Fremantle and made his league debut in Round 8, 2011, returns to the Bulldogs after fifteen years as an Eagle, bringing with him the experience of over 280 games at the elite level, including twice All-Australian, as well as a deep passion for player wellbeing and personal development.

In this hybrid role, Gaff will provide on-field support, helping guide senior footballers through performance processes, while also offering off-field assistance where needed, complementing the club’s growing suite of player-focused resources.

His arrival strengthens an already robust wellbeing structure that includes Club Chaplain & Welfare Manager Rod Linton, Indigenous and Multicultural Player Development Coordinator Matt Parker, and long-time club mentor Les Oliveri.

Head of Football Charlie Burke said Gaff’s return is a major step forward for the club’s senior men’s program.

“We continue to grow our program and support our players with some terrific people, and to have Andrew Gaff come back to the club after fifteen years is very exciting,” Burke said.

“Andrew will combine his footy knowledge to support our players on-field as well as bring his passion for wellbeing as another resource to provide support for our players.”

“Footy clubs are a great place to provide support to young men at an age where there are often a lot of challenges, and I know how passionate Andrew is about supporting players in this space.”

A warm ‘welcome back’ is extended to Andrew and his family.