Joel Selwood Mourns Deaths of Brothers Adam, Troy Amid AFL Grief

Joel Selwood, former Geelong captain and decorated AFL player, has publicly mourned the tragic deaths of his brothers Adam and Troy, describing them as his greatest teammates both on and off the field. Adam Selwood, a 2006 premiership player with West Coast, passed away at age 41, just three months after his twin brother Troy took his own life, leaving the AFL community deeply shaken. The Selwood family has expressed profound grief, highlighting Adam’s roles as a loving husband and father, and the joy and kindness he brought to those around him. AFL figures including coaches Dean Cox, Craig McRae, and Chris Scott have spoken openly about the emotional impact and urged greater awareness and destigmatization of mental health issues within the sport. Close friends like former player Xavier Ellis have shared personal reflections on the Selwood family’s resilience and the ongoing struggle with grief. Tributes have come from clubs, former teammates, and fans, with West Coast Eagles honoring Adam’s legacy during a recent game through a minute’s silence and other commemorations.