Darcy Moore named new Collingwood captain replacing Scott Pendlebury

Collingwood has unveiled its new captain, with a famous club name taking over from Scott Pendlebury.

Darcy Moore is Collingwood’s new captain. Picture: Mark Stewart

Star defender Darcy Moore is the new captain of Collingwood.

The son of Brownlow medallist and club legend Peter Moore, also a former Magpies captain, was confirmed as the replacement for long-time skipper Scott Pendlebury on Wednesday morning.

The 27-year-old declared it an “incredible honour” given the special place the club has long-held for the Moore family.

“The Collingwood captaincy is significant in its own right but it also holds another layer of significance for my family and I,” said Moore, who has played 126 games for Collingwood.

“To follow my father’s journey as captain of the Collingwood Football Club at almost the same stage in his football journey is very special.

“There’s no shortage of strong and up-and-coming leaders in our group, and I look forward to working closely with the individuals that surround me to ensure we all continue to develop as leaders. I am fortunate to be part of a team and wider club that features so many selfless and determined individuals.”

Lifelong member of the Magpie Army, turns leader of the Magpie Army.

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Moore ended a stellar 2022 campaign with an All-Australian blazer, having starred in the club’s run to the preliminary final.

The Collingwood board ratified Moore’s appointment and the appointments of a further three leaders on Tuesday night.

Taylor Adams, Jeremy Howe and Brayden Maynard will support Moore and round out the leadership group.

“All four players display a strong alignment to the club values as well as attributes that will nurture, mentor and inspire the team,” Collingwood general manager of football Graham Wright said.

“This process has confirmed there is no shortage of upcoming leaders in our group. We are fortunate to have a number of players who will play a role in leading this team even if they don’t hold a formal leadership title.”

Although he will not be in an official leadership role, Pendlebury will continue to support and guide Moore and the wider leadership group throughout this transition.

Originally published as Darcy Moore named new Collingwood captain replacing Scott Pendlebury