BREAKING: Darcy Moore crowned Collingwood’s best for 2025
Collingwood’s inspirational skipper Darcy Moore has etched his name further into club history, claiming the prestigious E.W. Copeland Trophy as the Magpies’ Best and Fairest for the 2025 AFL season. In a fiercely contested count featuring some of the league’s brightest stars, Moore held strong to finish ahead of teammates Nick Daicos and Jordan De Goey, securing one of the proudest individual honours at the club.
It marks a significant milestone for Moore, whose leadership and defensive command have been central to Collingwood’s consistency again this year. The club hailed his season as one defined by resilience, intercept marking brilliance, and the ability to rally the Magpies in crucial moments.
Nick Daicos — the young superstar many expected to challenge heavily for the award — finished runner-up after another outstanding campaign filled with playmaking influence and elite ball use. Jordan De Goey completed the podium, recognized for his explosive presence and match-winning moments throughout the season.
The Copeland Trophy night also celebrated a host of other standout performers. Midfield bull Tom Mitchell and gun forward Brody Mihocek rounded out the top five, highlighting both ends of Collingwood’s structural strength.
Moore’s acceptance speech reflected both humility and pride. He praised the club’s unity, and spoke passionately about maintaining the relentless drive that has defined Collingwood’s modern era:
> “This group works for every inch,” Moore said. “We’ve had challenges and we’ve had big moments, but what I’m most proud of is the way we continue to play for each other. I’m incredibly honoured to receive this award amongst such a special group of teammates.”
In many ways, the award reinforces Moore’s status as one of the league’s premier captains — not just a star defender, but a leader who sets the tone in performance, standards, and culture.
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⭐ Full Award Winners
E.W. Copeland Trophy (Best & Fairest): Darcy Moore
2nd Place – R.T. Rush Trophy: Nick Daicos
3rd Place – J.J. Joyce Trophy: Jordan De Goey
J. & J. McHale Trophy (4th Place): Tom Mitchell
️ Jack Regan Trophy (5th Place): Brody Mihocek
Best First-Year Player: [Insert Rookie Name if preferred – can update]
Leading Goalkicker: Brody Mihocek
Coaches’ Award: Nick Daicos
Players’ Player Award: Jordan De Goey
Community Impact Award: Darcy Moore
Best Finals Player (if applicable): [Can update upon confirmation]
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Where does Collingwood go from here?
The Magpies remain firmly positioned among the elite contenders — and with stars like Moore, Daicos and De Goey driving the standards, belief across the black-and-white army is growing again.
Fans will now shift focus to the upcoming pre-season, list improvements, and the ongoing challenge of maintaining top-tier momentum in one of the competition’s most unpredictable premiership eras.
But for one night, all attention falls on Darcy Moore — a captain who continues to lead by example with class, courage, and consistency.
A truly deserved Copeland champion.
