Essendon Welcomes Daniel Pratt as New Assistant Coach

Essendon Football Club has strengthened its coaching staff by hiring Daniel Pratt, who previously served as an assistant coach with the Western Bulldogs. This addition is part of the club's strategy for the 2027 season and beyond.

Pratt joins a team that includes senior coach Mark McVeigh and general manager of football John Longmire, both of whom have expressed enthusiasm about his arrival. Pratt, who has been recognized as the AFLCA Assistant Coach of the Year in 2024, aims to help develop the club's young talent and contribute to its success.

Longmire highlighted Pratt's extensive coaching experience, noting his previous roles at West Coast and the Western Bulldogs, which have equipped him with the skills necessary to enhance the team's performance. Pratt's background includes coaching in both the AFL and AFLW, and he has a reputation for being an effective communicator and teacher.