🏉 Coach Craig McRae Shocks Collingwood Football with a Fleet of Brand-New Buses
In a stunning and heartwarming gesture, Collingwood Football Club head coach Craig McRae has once again proven that leadership extends far beyond the game itself. The beloved Magpies coach surprised players, staff, and supporters alike by unveiling a fleet of brand-new team buses a gift that left the entire Collingwood community both speechless and emotional.
The unveiling took place early Friday morning at the club’s training headquarters, where players believed they were gathering for a routine team meeting. Instead, they were greeted by the sight of several sleek, black-and-white Collingwood-branded buses lined up proudly outside, each adorned with the club’s logo and the slogan: “One Team. One Journey.”
But the true story behind McRae’s generous gesture goes deeper than luxury or convenience.
According to sources close to the club, McRae was inspired to make this contribution after hearing stories from several players about their early struggles the long commutes, carpooling across town, and the challenges faced by younger teammates balancing football and personal responsibilities. The coach reportedly told the squad:
> “These buses aren’t just for transport they’re a symbol. They represent our journey together, side by side, no matter where we come from. We win together, we travel together, and we grow together.”
The buses, each fitted with state-of-the-art facilities, will not only transport the senior squad but also be shared with Collingwood’s community programs, academy players, and women’s teams, reinforcing McRae’s ongoing commitment to inclusion and development across all levels of the club.
Club president Jeff Browne praised the initiative, calling it “a reflection of Craig’s character and his deep care for the Collingwood family.” Fans have flooded social media with admiration, calling the gesture “pure class” and “the kind of leadership money can’t buy.”
As Collingwood continues its push toward another AFL premiership, Coach Craig McRae’s act of generosity serves as a powerful reminder: in football as in life the greatest victories are often won off the field.
❤️ One team. One journey. Forever Collingwood.
