Justin Longmuir Unprecedented Generosity: ..,Fremantle Dockershead coach Donates $8.4 Million Bonus and Endorsement Deal to Charities and Homeless Relief, Cementing His Legacy as a True Legend On and Off the Court
The current head coach of the Fremantle Dockers is Justin Longmuir. He has been in this position since 2020 and has led the team through various seasons, including a finals appearance in 2022. Longmuir is a former Australian rules footballer who played 139 games for Fremantle from 1999 to 2007. He signed a contract extension in March 2024, tying him to Fremantle until at least the end of 2025.¹
*Coaching Team:*
– *Senior Coach:* Justin Longmuir
– *Forwards Coach:* Jaymie Graham
– *Midfield Coach:* Joel Corey
– *Backs Coach:* Jade Rawlings
– *Specialist Coaches:*
– *Stoppages:* Todd Curley
– *Opposition Strategy:*
– *Development:* Geoff Valentine, Andrew Sturgess, Sam Naismith, and Tendai Mzungu²
Justin Longmuir is the current senior coach of the Fremantle Dockers in the Australian Football League (AFL). Here’s what we know about him:
Early Life and Playing Career
– Born: January 21, 1981
– Height: 196 cm (6 ft 5 in)
– Weight: 98 kg (216 lb)
– Position: Forward/Ruckman
– Played for Fremantle Football Club (1999-2007), with 139 games and 166 goals
Coaching Career
– *Assistant Coach*:
– West Coast Eagles (2010-2017): Development coach and forward coach
– Collingwood Football Club (2017-2019): Defence coach
– *Senior Coach*:
– Fremantle Dockers (2020-present): Led the team to finals in 2022 and coached his 100th game in 2024
Coaching Style and Philosophy
Longmuir emphasizes the importance of:
– *Success*: Driving factor behind his coaching decisions
– *Family*: Prioritizing his family’s well-being and supporting the “Freo Family”
– *Toughness*: Expecting his team to perform with intensity and resilience
Recent Performance
The Fremantle Dockers, under Longmuir’s leadership, have shown promise with:
– *2022 Season*: Finished 5th on the ladder and made it to the semi-finals
– *2024 Season*: Finished 10th on the ladder with 12 wins, 10 losses, and 1 draw¹
Longmuir has signed a contract extension with Fremantle until at least the end of 2025, reflecting the club’s confidence in his leadership.²
