THIS IS THE BEST NEWS WE COULD HOPE FOR: Collingwood football Australian Football League (AFL) Community are overjoyed as PRESIDENT Barry Carp and the head coach Craig McRae makes announcements of making Vice Captain (VC) Nick Daicos Reaves the new C……view more

THIS IS THE BEST NEWS WE COULD HOPE FOR: Collingwood AFL Community Erupts with Joy as Nick Daicos Named New Club Captain

 In a move that has electrified the Collingwood Football Club and its devoted fan base, Club President Barry Carp and Head Coach Craig McRae have officially announced that vice-captain Nick Daicos Reaves will take on the role of Captain of the Collingwood Football Club effective immediately.

The announcement was made earlier today at the AIA Centre, where media, club staff, and players gathered for what many sensed would be a pivotal moment in the club’s history.

“We are proud to name Nick Daicos as the new captain of the Collingwood Football Club,” said President Barry Carp. “Nick embodies everything this club stands for — elite performance, humility, integrity, and a tireless commitment to excellence.”

Craig McRae, who has worked closely with Daicos since his debut, echoed the president’s sentiments. “Nick isn’t just an extraordinary player — he’s a natural leader. His ability to lift those around him, stay composed under pressure, and represent the black and white with pride makes this the right decision at the right time.”

The Next Chapter of a Legacy

At just 22 years of age, Nick Daicos is already being spoken of in legendary terms. Son of Magpies great Peter Daicos, Nick has forged his own path with dazzling skills, relentless work ethic, and a game sense that defies his age. Since debuting in 2022, he’s won a Copeland Trophy, earned All-Australian honours, and been a Brownlow Medal contender.

Fans have often described him as the “heartbeat of the midfield,” and his rise to the captaincy feels like a natural evolution.

A Fanbase Reignited

Collingwood supporters have flooded social media with praise and celebration, calling the news “the best we could hope for” and hailing Daicos as the figure who will lead the Pies into a new golden era.

“From the moment he stepped onto the field, we knew he was something special,” said one longtime fan on X (formerly Twitter). “Now, as captain, he’s exactly who we want leading us into the next decade.”

The hashtag #CaptainDaicos began trending within minutes of the announcement.

What’s Next for the Pies?

With finals footy on the horizon and a squad filled with both seasoned veterans and hungry young guns, Daicos’s leadership could be the edge Collingwood needs to secure another premiership.

Daicos, clearly humbled, addressed the crowd during the announcement. “This club has given me everything — it’s an honour to now lead it. I’ll give everything I have to this role, and I know I’ll have the support of my teammates, coaches, and the Collingwood Army every step of the way.”

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