The Latest Breaking News from Mark McVeigh

Kangaroos set to make call in AFL coaching race

North Melbourne are poised to name Jaymie Graham as head coach, tasking the Fremantle assistant with lifting the Kangaroos off the bottom of the AFL ladder.

AAP · 20h ago

Merrett equals Bombers record with seventh medal win

A few days out from trade period, when Hawthorn are expected to recruit Zach Merrett, the Essendon star has won his seventh club best and fairest award.

AAP · Oct 1

Bombers land premiership coach for key role

Essendon have pulled off a huge recruiting coup, luring John Longmire away from Sydney to be their new head of performance.

AAP · Sep 28

No.5 AFL draft pick among five Essendon delistings

Five Essendon players have been delisted as the Bombers try to recover from a season where they finished bottom with only two wins.

AAP · Sep 15

'Not true': Giants star opens up on future

GWS captain Toby Greene admits he "couldn't give a f*** about facilities" as he prepares to meet Geelong about a potential move to the Cats.

AAP · Aug 26

'Back in the classroom': The plan to develop Bombers

New Essendon coach Mark McVeigh is focused on developing the Bombers' young talent and isn't wondering whether more pain lies ahead for the AFL club.

AAP · Aug 25

Leaving embattled Swans was tough: new Bombers coach

New Essendon coach and ex-Sydney assistant Mark McVeigh was shocked by the Swans' hotel scandal, adding it was hard to leave the AFL club in a tough moment.

AAP · Aug 25

Why 'Spike' is well-armed for unique Essendon challenge

Mark McVeigh will have to mend a sharply divided club in his return to Essendon, having beaten a fascinating path back to the Bombers since retiring in 2012.

AAP · Aug 25

Essendon outline plan for Hird after head coach snub

Essendon's new coach Mark McVeigh says he will speak with James Hird about a potential role at the AFL club ahead of the 2027 season.

AAP · Aug 24

'Clear standout': Bombers confirm McVeigh as new coach

Essendon have confirmed Mark McVeigh will be their new AFL senior coach ahead of candidates including James Hird, ending a tumultuous selection process.

AAP · Aug 23