Western Bulldogs Coach Luke Beveridge Signs Two-Year Extension

Luke Beveridge has signed a two-year contract extension to remain head coach of the Western Bulldogs until the end of the 2027 season, marking his 13th year with the club. Beveridge, who led the Bulldogs to their first premiership since 1954 in 2016 and the 2021 grand final, has been praised for rejuvenating the team despite challenges including a star-studded injury list and a mixed recent performance. The Bulldogs, currently ninth with a 6-6 record, aim to secure a finals berth and stabilize the club's future under Beveridge's leadership. This extension comes after a period of uncertainty about Beveridge's future, but he ruled out coaching elsewhere earlier in the 2025 season. While some critics questioned the timing of the contract renewal, Beveridge's adaptability and strategic changes to the team have been highlighted as key to the Bulldogs' ongoing competitiveness. The club looks forward to building on recent progress and securing key players like captain Marcus Bontempelli as part of their longer-term strategy.