Campbell Hustwaite and Lachlan Tardrew will continue to lead Collingwood’s VFL side for a third consecutive season in 2023.

The remainder of the leadership group will consistent of Campbell Lane, Sam Glover, Kaden Schreiber and Jedd Longmire who will also be supported by Tom Wilson who will also be taking on a coaching role in season.

With 41 games to his name, Hustwaite will head into his fifth season with Collingwood in 2023.

2021 VFL Best and Fairest, Tardrew, is gearing up for his eighth season as a Magpie with 80 games under his belt.  

Collingwood’s VFL Head Coach Josh Fraser said he has great confidence in this group of leaders.

“We’re pleased to have both Campbell and Lachlan lead us again for the upcoming season,” said Fraser.

“Both consistently demonstrate outstanding leadership qualities both on and off the field. Having them remain in their positions as Co-Captains for 2023 provides great stability for our program.

“Sam, Campbell, Kaden, Jedd and Tom are all players who not only epitomise our Club values but also have a variety of experience and skills to contribute to the program. By also having our leaders play in a range of positions across the ground will also be beneficial to the group.

“This group of leaders will put us in the best possible position to achieve success in 2023.”

Appointment of the Club’s leaders is a player-led process. The squad and key senior staff nominate and vote on candidates before a final recommendation is put to the Club’s Board for approval.

Collingwood will kick off its 2023 VFL Season this Saturday, March 25 when it hosts Coburg at Victoria Park.   

Collingwood’s 2023 VFL Leadership Group:

Co-Captains: Campbell Hustwaite and Lachlan Tardrew

Leaders: Campbell Lane, Sam Glover, Kaden Schreiber & Jedd Longmire, supported by Tom Wilson.