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Nathan Buckley

One of the AFL’s most decorated players, with a highly decorated 280 game playing career

Nathan Buckley is one of the greatest players in AFL history and a revered voice in the game.

A Brownlow Medal winner and AFL Hall of Famer, Nathan was a fierce competitor, playing 280 games for Collingwood and winning six Best and Fairest awards.

He then coached Collingwood for 218 games, leading them to the 2018 Grand Final, and concluded his AFL career in 2021.

Nathan’s extensive experience in high performance has made his insights invaluable across all industries.

He focuses on motivation, resilience, vulnerability, and maximizing potential, offering unique perspectives that resonate with leaders striving to excel as colleagues, teammates, leaders, parents, and friends.

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Key Points for Nathan Buckley

Nathan Buckley's remarkable sporting journey encompassed triumphs in both state and national levels of Australian Rules Football, from winning prestigious awards with Port Adelaide in the SANFL to achieving iconic success with the Brisbane Bears and Collingwood Football Club in the AFL.
Natha's career was marked by an impressive list of awards, including six Copeland Trophies, seven All-Australian selections, a joint Brownlow Medal win, and the Norm Smith Medal for his outstanding performance in the 2002 Grand Final.
Known as a natural leader, Buckley was appointed as the captain of Collingwood in 1999 and led the team to two consecutive Grand Finals in 2002 and 2003. He continued his leadership off the field, transitioning into a coaching role at Collingwood after his retirement and eventually becoming the Senior Coach from 2012.
After a decade-long coaching career at Collingwood, Nathan Buckley left an indelible legacy at the club, with nearly 500 games as both a player and coach. He also pursued a career in the media and is a sought-after speaker specializing in corporate leadership sessions, showcasing his influence beyond the realm of football.

Topics for Nathan Buckley

Leadership
Business
Wellbeing

Testimonials for Nathan Buckley

Nathan delivered a powerful and authentic presentation that had the audience engaged from the start. Speaking to our delegates afterwards, so many came to this session with cemented views on who Nathan Buckley is, and walked away with a totally different view, one of respect and admiration. An amazing keynote!
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