James Hird confirms spot in Essendon coaching race
James Hird confirmed his candidacy for the Essendon senior coaching position following a discussion with club president Andrew Welsh last Friday. Hird, who resigned in 2015 amid a doping scandal, is one of 10 to 15 candidates being interviewed. The Bombers have struggled this season, with only one win since April.
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Published 01 Jul 2026, 06:42 UTC · Updated 01 Jul 2026, 06:50 UTC
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