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Lions make captaincy call in wake of Neale stepping down

  • On Tuesday, vice-captains Hugh McCluggage and Josh Dunkley were elevated to co‑captain alongside Harris Andrews for the 2026 season, following Neale's standing down.
  • After Neale stood down in early January, Lachie Neale separated from his wife Jules amid speculation involving Tess Crosley, a matter that dominated headlines over summer.
  • Calling it a `logical decision`, Fagan said the three captains reinforce teamwork and build `leadership density` at the club.
  • Forming the leadership core, the three co-captains will join an eight‑man group including Will Ashcroft, two‑time Norm Smith medallist, 21, Jaspa Fletcher, 21, Jarrod Berry, Cam Rayner, and recruit Oscar Allen.
  • Despite earlier reservations, coach Chris Fagan now endorses a three-captain model, returning Brisbane to more than two captains for the first time since 2007, with highly decorated leaders.
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Fox Sports Australia broke the news in Australia on Monday, February 16, 2026.
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