Neale Daniher
Australian rules footballer and coach
Neale Francis Daniher (born 15 February 1961) is a former Australian rules footballer and coach. He is best known for his playing career with the Essendon Football Club in the VFL/AFL and his coaching career with the Melbourne Football Club.
Early life[edit]
Neale Daniher was born in West Wyalong, New South Wales. He is one of four brothers who all played in the VFL/AFL, known collectively as the Daniher brothers. His brothers are Terry, Anthony, and Chris.
Playing career[edit]
Daniher made his debut for the Essendon Football Club in 1979. He was a talented and versatile player, capable of playing in multiple positions. However, his career was plagued by injuries, particularly to his knees, which limited his appearances. Despite these setbacks, Daniher played a total of 82 games and kicked 32 goals for Essendon before retiring in 1990.
Coaching career[edit]
After retiring as a player, Daniher transitioned into coaching. He began his coaching career as an assistant coach at the Essendon Football Club and later at the Fremantle Football Club. In 1998, he was appointed senior coach of the Melbourne Football Club. Under his leadership, Melbourne reached the AFL Grand Final in 2000, although they were defeated by Essendon. Daniher coached Melbourne until 2007, amassing a total of 223 games as coach.
Personal life[edit]
In 2013, Daniher was diagnosed with motor neurone disease (MND). Since his diagnosis, he has become a prominent advocate for MND awareness and research. He co-founded the charity organization FightMND, which raises funds for research into the disease. Daniher's efforts have been widely recognized, and he has become a respected figure in the fight against MND.
Legacy[edit]
Neale Daniher is remembered not only for his contributions to Australian rules football as a player and coach but also for his tireless work in raising awareness and funds for motor neurone disease. His legacy continues to inspire many within and beyond the sporting community.
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References[edit]
External links[edit]
- Daniher's playing statistics from AFL Tables.html Neale Daniher's playing statistics from AFL Tables
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