Daisy Pearce, one of the brightest stars and most influential names in AFLW history, has confirmed the end of her playing days ahead of a move into coaching in the men’s game. The Melbourne captain on Wednesday announced she had made the “very difficult” decision to retire, two months after capping her already decorated career with a first premiership flag.
After 18 years of playing at a senior level, the 34-year-old, who has also carved out a successful career in the media while still playing, will join the coaching ranks of AFL premiers Geelong from next season.
