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Simon Black (born 3 April 1979) is a former Australian rules football player and current assistant coach, who played his whole career with the Brisbane Lions in the Australian Football League (AFL).

Key Information

Black was a midfielder with a reputation for hard work and skill. He had the ability to get under the pack to retrieve the ball as well as deliver it with precision to teammates.

He was drafted by the Brisbane Lions in 1997 from the East Fremantle Football Club, and he debuted in the first game of the 1998 season and quickly became one of Brisbane's best players. He became Brisbane’s third Brownlow Medallist by winning the much-coveted award in 2002 by a four-vote margin. He also won the 2003 Norm Smith Medal and the 2001, 2002, and 2006 Merrett–Murray Medals awarded to the best and fairest player with the Brisbane Lions and three premiership medallions he received as a part of the Lions' hat-trick of premierships in 2001, 2002 and 2003. Black, along with Michael Voss (1996 Brownlow Medallist), Jason Akermanis (2001 Brownlow Medallist) and Nigel Lappin were collectively known as 'The Fab Four' and are widely considered to be one of the best midfield combinations in the history of the game.[1]

Black is currently serving as the Contest Skills and Midfield Coach at the Brisbane Lions.[2]

Background

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Born in Mount Isa, Queensland, to Western Australian mother Fran and father Ray a dairy farmer of Kaitaia in New Zealand.[3] He relocated to Western Australia with his family at a very young age, where he attended school at Corpus Christi College in Bateman and Aquinas College, Perth.[4] Nurtured by his father, Black initially played rugby union with dreams of being an All Black thanks to his New Zealand heritage but later took up Australian rules.[5] He was a standout junior 800m and 1500m runner as a junior. At age 15 he suffered a back injury that required him to not play football for 18 months.[6] He joined East Fremantle Football Club and represented Western Australia in the 1997 edition of the AFL Under-18 Championships, where he earned All-Australian honours. He was a member of East Fremantle's losing 1997 WAFL Grand Final team.[7] Black was drafted by the Brisbane Lions with the 31st selection in the 1997 National Draft.[8]

Playing career

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Early career

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Black was impressive during the 1998 pre-season and earned his senior debut in Round 1 against the Western Bulldogs at the Gabba. He played nine senior matches and averaged over 12 disposals during his debut season and took out the Club’s Best First Year Player award. In 1999, he consolidated himself as an automatic senior selection and built a reputation for winning the ball in contested situations. He collected 20 possessions and kicked two goals against Geelong in Round 9 which earned him an AFL Rising Star Nomination; he ultimately finished third in the award behind Sydney’s Adam Goodes and Adelaide’s Brett Burton. He played 22 matches for the season and averaged close to 19 disposals and won the Lions' Rookie of the Year award for the second consecutive season. In 2000, he averaged 23.9 disposals per game, led the competition in centre clearances on a per game basis and finished second behind Geelong’s Garry Hocking in hard-ball gets.[citation needed]

Premiership era

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Black became one of the league's elite midfielders from 2001. Over the following four years, Black and the Lions contested four Grand Finals, winning the premiership in 2001, 2002 and 2003, and finishing runner-up in 2004. During that time, Black was part of a Brisbane midfield combination which is considered to be one of the best in the league's history: Black, Michael Voss, Jason Akermanis and Nigel Lappin, who became known collectively as the "Fab Four".[1]

In 2001, Black played every match for the season, led the AFL in tackles and averaged a team-high 24.6 possessions. He was joint Club Champion with Captain Michael Voss, was named as the starting ruck-rover in the All-Australian team, finished 5th in the AFLPA's Most Valuable Player award, and won the Herald Sun Player of the Year award. He represented Australia for the first and only time of his career in the 2001 International Rules Series against Ireland.

In 2002, Black won the Brownlow Medal, polling 25 votes to beat second-placed Josh Francou by four votes, and comparisons were made between him and dual Brownlow Medallist Greg Williams because of his outstanding peripheral vision and ability to get the contested ball.[9] He earned All-Australian selection and won the Merrett–Murray Medal for the second consecutive season. He was strong again in 2003, and won the Norm Smith Medal as best on ground in the Grand Final with a career-best 39 possessions, the most ever recorded by any player in a Grand Final – it remained the sole highest until it was eventually equalled by Christian Petracca's performance in 2021.[10]

In 2004, Black became a vice-captain of the Lions, and he won All-Australian selection for the third time in his career. At the end of the season, Black had played a sequence of 107 consecutive matches for Brisbane, before a suspension in the violent 2004 AFL Grand Final ended the sequence.

Later career

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Black's 2005 season was interrupted by injury, but in 2006 he played every match, and won the third Merrett–Murray Medal of his career.[11] At the beginning of 2007, Black was named as one of the four Lions co-captains, replacing the retiring captain Michael Voss.[12] In 2007 and 2008, Black continued to be Brisbane's premier midfielder, and he finished second in the Brownlow Medal in both seasons. He earned Brisbane Lions Life Membership at the end of his tenth season of service. He was also the Courier Mail Player of the Year in 2008, and was runner-up in the 2008 Merrett–Murray medal.

In 2009, new coach Michael Voss named Jonathan Brown as the sole captain of the club, and Black remained in the leadership group.[13] He had another consistent season in 2010, finishing second in the Merrett–Murray Medal.[14] In 2012, Black played his 300th AFL game, becoming the first player in league history to win a Brownlow Medal, a Norm Smith Medal, a Premiership Medal and play 300 games.[15][16]

In 2013, Black equalled Marcus Ashcroft's record for the most games played for the Brisbane Bears/Lions playing his 318th game. His final game was the round 21 match against Greater Western Sydney at the Gabba after which he was suspended for one match for striking Giants captain Callan Ward in the final quarter.[17]

On 18 October 2013, Black announced his retirement from the AFL.[18]

Coaching career

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Shortly after announcing his retirement from the AFL, Black signed on as an assistant coach at the Lions for two years. His main focus is coaching the team's forward line and attacking systems.[19]

In 2016, Black founded the Simon Black Australian Rules Academy, a full time sport and educational program which provides pathways for students to pursue University and Fitness qualifications while training and playing AFL in an elite academy environment.[20] He subsequently resigned from his role as a coach at the Brisbane Lions to focus on growing the Academy program.[21]

Media career

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In August 2019, Black joined 10 News First Queensland as an AFL analyst.[22]

In 2019, Black competed in the fourth season of Australian Survivor. He was eliminated on Day 42 and finished in 7th place.[23]

Statistics

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[24]
Legend
  G  
 Goals
  K  
 Kicks
  D  
 Disposals 
  T  
 Tackles
  B  
 Behinds 
  H  
 Handballs 
  M  
 Marks
  #  
 Played in that season's 
premiership team
  †  
 Led the league for 
the season
  ±  
 Won that season's 
Brownlow Medal
Season Team No. Games Totals Averages (per game) Votes
G B K H D M T G B K H D M T
1998 Brisbane Lions 20 9 2 5 73 37 110 28 11 0.2 0.6 8.1 4.1 12.2 3.1 1.2 0
1999 Brisbane Lions 20 22 19 14 260 156 416 70 60 0.9 0.6 11.8 7.1 18.9 3.2 2.7 9
2000 Brisbane Lions 20 19 16 12 273 181 454 61 62 0.8 0.6 14.4 9.5 23.9 3.2 3.3 4
2001# Brisbane Lions 20 25 23 17 308 314† 622† 79 119† 0.9 0.7 12.3 12.6 24.9 3.2 4.8 12
2002# Brisbane Lions 20 25 17 18 288 294† 582† 84 115† 0.7 0.7 11.5 11.8 23.3 3.4 4.6 25
2003# Brisbane Lions 20 26 16 14 326 308 634 73 113 0.6 0.5 12.5 11.8 24.4 2.8 4.3 12
2004 Brisbane Lions 20 25 13 11 284 307 591 57 97 0.5 0.4 11.4 12.3 23.6 2.3 3.9 18
2005 Brisbane Lions 20 18 10 8 213 183 396 50 48 0.6 0.4 11.8 10.2 22.0 2.8 2.7 6
2006 Brisbane Lions 20 22 8 4 257 273 530 63 108 0.4 0.2 11.7 12.4 24.1 2.9 4.9 11
2007 Brisbane Lions 20 21 9 11 244 222 466 45 91 0.4 0.5 11.6 10.6 22.2 2.1 4.3 22
2008 Brisbane Lions 20 21 10 9 253 286 539 61 87 0.5 0.4 12.0 13.6 25.7 2.9 4.1 23
2009 Brisbane Lions 20 23 10 7 256 328 584 65 112 0.4 0.3 11.1 14.3 25.4 2.8 4.9 19
2010 Brisbane Lions 20 18 6 4 222 238 460 74 69 0.3 0.2 12.3 13.2 25.6 4.1 3.8 3
2011 Brisbane Lions 20 22 4 9 285 305 590 62 95 0.2 0.4 13.0 13.9 26.8 2.8 4.3 9
2012 Brisbane Lions 20 18 5 6 180 247 427 48 67 0.3 0.3 10.0 13.7 23.7 2.7 3.7 6
2013 Brisbane Lions 20 8 3 5 77 102 179 17 29 0.4 0.6 9.6 12.8 22.4 2.1 3.6 5
Career 322 171 154 3799 3781 7580 937 1283 0.5 0.5 11.8 11.7 23.5 2.9 4.0 184

Honours and achievements

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In June 2019, it was announced that Black had been voted into the Australian Football Hall of Fame for the class of 2018, but due to his commitments to filming Australian Survivor he was unable to attend the induction ceremony. He was officially inducted in 2020.[25]

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Simon Black (born 3 April 1979) is an Australian former professional Australian rules footballer who played his entire 16-season career with the Brisbane Lions in the Australian Football League (AFL), amassing 322 games and establishing himself as one of the club's greatest midfielders. Born in Mount Isa, Queensland, and raised in Perth, Western Australia, Black was drafted by Brisbane with the 31st pick in the 1997 national draft after a standout junior career with East Fremantle in the West Australian Football League. Black debuted in and quickly became a cornerstone of the Lions' dynasty, contributing to their three consecutive AFL premierships from to 2003 as part of a dominant midfield alongside players like and Nigel Lappin. His individual accolades include the 2002 for the league's fairest and best player, three All-Australian selections (, 2002, and 2004), and three club best-and-fairest awards (the in , 2002, and 2006). Notably, in the 2003 , Black delivered one of the most celebrated performances in AFL history, recording 39 disposals—including 25 contested—to earn the as best on ground in Brisbane's victory over Collingwood. Over his career, he accumulated 7,580 disposals and 171 goals, ranking 16th all-time in AFL possessions upon his retirement in 2013. Following his playing days, Black transitioned into coaching, serving as an assistant coach for the Brisbane Lions in both the AFL and AFLW competitions until 2017, where he focused on midfield and contest skills development. He was inducted into the Australian Football Hall of Fame in 2020 and elevated to Legend status in the Brisbane Lions Hall of Fame in 2023, recognizing his enduring legacy as the fifth such honor in club history. Today, Black runs the Simon Black Football Academy in Brisbane, providing development programs for young players, while also working as a media commentator for networks including Triple M and Fox Footy. A father of three, he remains a prominent figure in Queensland football, often reflecting on the Lions' three-peat era and the growth of the sport in the state.

Early life and junior career

Personal background

Simon Black was born on 3 April 1979 in , , where his parents operated a fruit juice franchise. His mother, Fran, hailed from , prompting the family to relocate there during his early childhood. The family settled in Perth, where Black spent much of his formative years in a modest, working-class environment shaped by his parents' small business endeavors. He attended Corpus Christi College, balancing academics with budding athletic pursuits, including state championships in Little Athletics for the 800m and 1500m events, as well as junior . Black's initial exposure to Australian rules football came through casual play in Perth's local communities, influenced by the region's strong football culture and family encouragement, though details on siblings or other early hobbies remain sparse. This environment laid the groundwork for his later organized involvement in the sport.

Junior football

Black's junior football journey began in Perth, , after his family relocated there from , , when he was a young child. He initially played with the Bullcreek-Leeming Junior Football Club, where he developed his skills as a , drawing on his background as a state champion in little athletics events like the 800m and 1500m, which highlighted his natural endurance. Progressing through the ranks, Black joined the in the West Australian Football League (WAFL), making his league debut in 1997 at age 18. However, at age 15, a back injury sidelined him for 18 months, yet he recovered strongly to impress with his ball-winning ability and tactical awareness in the competitive WAFL environment, which served as a key stepping stone for aspiring AFL players. Black earned representative honors by playing for at the under-18 national championships, where his performances earned him All-Australian selection, underscoring his potential despite a lean frame. His standout attributes included exceptional endurance and contested possession skills, though scouts noted concerns over his leg speed during evaluations. At the 1997 AFL National Draft camp, Black demonstrated strong aerobic capacity and football IQ, but perceived limitations in acceleration contributed to him sliding in draft predictions. Ultimately, he was selected by the with pick No. 31 in the 1997 National Draft from East Fremantle, concluding his junior phase and marking his transition to professional football.

AFL playing career

Early career and debut

Following his selection as the 31st pick in the 1997 AFL National Draft from East Fremantle in , Simon Black joined the for pre-season training ahead of the 1998 season. Initially reluctant to relocate from Perth to , which he viewed as an AFL outpost, Black impressed during the summer preparations with his ball-winning ability and quick hands, earning a spot in the senior squad under coach . Black made his AFL debut as a midfielder in Round 1 of the 1998 season against the at , weighing just 73 kg at age 18. The physicality of the professional level proved challenging, with Black later recalling fears of being "snapped in half" amid the league's intense pace and contested situations. Despite these hurdles, he showed promise in his nine appearances that year, averaging 12.2 disposals per game while adapting to the demands of elite competition. In his second season of 1999, Black transitioned from occasional substitute to a regular rotation player, featuring in 22 games and boosting his average to 18.9 disposals per game as Matthews molded him into a reliable focused on clearances and receives. Periods on the bench and the Lions' struggles—finishing last in with only five wins—provided valuable lessons in resilience, helping him refine his endurance and decision-making under pressure. These foundational years, totaling 31 games across and 1999, laid the groundwork for his emergence as a key contributor.

Premiership era

Black emerged as a cornerstone of the ' midfield during their dominant premiership period from 2001 to 2003, serving as an elite inside midfielder renowned for his prowess in contested possessions and clearances. Under coach , Black's relentless ball-winning ability complemented the team's high-pressure, contested style of play, allowing the Lions to control stoppages and transition effectively from defense to attack. His partnership with captain and forward formed a potent midfield-forward combination that overwhelmed opponents, contributing to the club's unprecedented and establishing a dynasty in the AFL. In the 2001 season, Black played all 25 games, providing a strong midfield presence that helped the Lions secure their first premiership with a 26-point victory over Essendon. He shared the Merrett-Murray Medal as the club's player with , recognizing his consistent excellence in accumulating possessions and driving team momentum. Black's contributions were pivotal in the Lions' undefeated home record at and their ability to win crucial matches. Black's form peaked in 2002, where he won the with 25 votes, becoming the first player in history to claim the league's fairest and best . Playing 25 games and averaging 23 disposals, he was instrumental in the Lions' second consecutive premiership, defeating Collingwood by 9 points in the Grand Final. His clearance work and contested ball-winning were central to the team's strategy, enabling Voss and Akermanis to exploit forward entries. Black also secured his second Merrett-Murray Medal that year, underscoring his individual dominance within the collective success. The 2003 season cemented Black's legacy, as he earned the for best on ground in the Grand Final, recording 39 disposals—including 25 contested—along with nine clearances and nine tackles in a 50-point win over Collingwood. Over 26 games, Black maintained his high output in stoppages, helping the Lions achieve the and solidifying their status as an AFL powerhouse under Voss's leadership. This performance highlighted his tactical evolution as an inside , excelling in high-stakes moments to cap the era's unparalleled team achievements.

Later career and retirement

Following the ' fourth consecutive appearance in 2004, Black continued to excel amid the club's shift from premiership contenders to a rebuilding phase. He earned All-Australian selection that year for the third time in his career, recognizing his elite midfield performance of 25 games and averaging 23.6 disposals per match. In 2005, injuries limited him to 18 games, yet he rebounded strongly in 2006, playing all 22 matches and securing his third Merrett-Murray Medal as the Lions' player. As during this transitional period, Black provided crucial leadership and on-field stability for a team grappling with inconsistencies and the departure of key veterans. The Lions finished seventh in 2004 before slipping to 11th and 10th over the next two seasons, but Black's consistency shone through, including standout games such as 27 disposals in a Round 9, 2006 win over —helping anchor the midfield. His role extended beyond statistics, offering guidance to emerging talent during a challenging rebuild marked by list changes and coaching transitions under and later . From 2007 to 2013, Black remained a reliable fixture in the Lions' lineup, playing 131 games despite ongoing physical demands and serving as a mentor to younger midfielders like , who debuted in 2010 and credited Black's influence on his development. He reached his 300th AFL game in Round 5 of 2012 against , becoming the first player to achieve that milestone while holding a , , and three premierships. Black's durability was evident in his top-three finishes for the Merrett-Murray Medal in 2008, 2009, and 2010, even as the team contended for finals but faced injury setbacks. Black announced his retirement on October 17, 2013, after 322 games for the Lions, concluding a 16-year shaped by chronic issues that limited him to just eight appearances that season. His final match was a Round 21 win over , where he gathered 28 disposals and was among Brisbane's best in an emotional send-off. Reflecting on his longevity, Black highlighted meticulous injury management, including surgery in late 2012 and further procedures post-season, which ultimately convinced him to retire to preserve long-term health rather than risk further damage. He expressed gratitude for the club's support in navigating these challenges, allowing him to play until age 34 while prioritizing family and future pursuits.

Post-playing career

Coaching roles

Following his retirement from playing at the end of the 2013 AFL season, Simon Black joined the Brisbane Lions as an assistant coach for the 2014 season under senior coach Justin Leppitsch. In this development-focused role, Black was primarily responsible for coaching the club's forward line and attacking systems, drawing on his experience as a premiership midfielder to mentor emerging talent. Black's responsibilities at the Lions evolved over the next two years, shifting toward midfield development by 2016, where he served as midfield coach and emphasized stoppage work and contested possessions—areas central to his own distinguished playing career. This tenure under Leppitsch lasted three seasons (2014–2016), during which Black contributed to the club's rebuilding efforts amid a challenging period. At the conclusion of the 2016 season, Black stepped down from his full-time assistant coaching position at the Brisbane Lions to prioritize the expansion of his personal coaching initiative. He continued to support the club in a reduced capacity initially but transitioned away from daily involvement. In 2015, Black founded the Simon Black Australian Rules Academy, a full-time program combining elite Australian rules football training with educational qualifications, targeted at youth players aged 17 and older. Operating primarily in Queensland with additional sites in Melbourne, Perth, and Adelaide, the academy provides under-18 and young adult participants with skill development, fitness accreditations, and pathways to professional opportunities, including partnerships with universities like Torrens University Australia. The initiative has emphasized holistic growth, integrating on-field coaching from current and former AFL players with off-field business and sports science studies. Black extended his coaching influence to the women's game, serving as an assistant coach on the ' AFLW panel under head coach for five seasons from 2017 to 2021. In this role, he supported the team's tactical preparation and player development during the competition's early years, contributing to multiple appearances and the Lions' inaugural AFLW premiership in 2021.

Media and other activities

Following his retirement from playing, Simon Black transitioned into media roles, beginning with his appointment as an AFL analyst for 10 News First Queensland in August 2019. In this capacity, he provided expert game previews, post-match breakdowns, and insights into strategies, leveraging his extensive on-field experience to offer viewers a unique perspective on AFL matches. In 2019, Black appeared as a contestant on the fourth season of : Champions v Contenders, where he competed for 42 days before being eliminated, finishing in seventh place overall. Drawing on his background as a premiership-winning , Black applied football-inspired tactics to the game, emphasizing composure under pressure and team alliance-building similar to on-field coordination during high-stakes contests. Black has since served as a guest commentator on and SEN radio, delivering analysis on key AFL developments. He has also served as a commentator for at since 2018. Notably, in the lead-up to the 2024 premiership, he highlighted Brisbane's team culture under coach Chris Fagan as the "secret ingredient" behind the Lions' resurgence from earlier struggles to flag success, crediting it for fostering resilience and unity among players. In 2025, Black continued his media presence through social commentary on the ' emerging dynasty legacy following their recent successes, expressing that the current era remains "incomplete" without further premierships to match the 2001–2003 . He also discussed Dayne Zorko's extension and pursuit of Black's club games record of 322 in 2026, praising Zorko's leadership and durability as key to sustaining the Lions' competitive edge. Beyond broadcasting, Black engages in motivational speaking engagements focused on and peak performance, drawing from his AFL career to inspire audiences on resilience and in professional and corporate settings. These public talks complement his broader community involvement, emphasizing personal growth without delving into coaching specifics.

Statistics and honours

Career statistics

Simon Black played 322 games and kicked 171 goals for the Brisbane Lions across his AFL career from 1998 to 2013. These totals established him as the club's all-time leader in , a record he held as of 2025. The following table summarizes his season-by-season performance in games played, goals kicked, and Brownlow Medal votes received.
SeasonGames PlayedGoalsBrownlow Votes
1998920
199922199
200019164
2001252312
2002251725
2003261612
2004251318
200518106
200622811
200721922
2008211023
2009231019
20101863
20112249
20121856
2013835
Total322171184
Black's disposal average peaked at 26.82 per game in 2011, while his clearances per game reached a high of 7.53 in 2000, and tackles per game topped at 4.91 in 2006.

Individual and team achievements

Simon Black's individual accolades highlight his dominance as a during the early 2000s. He won the in 2002, recognizing him as the fairest and best player in the AFL that season. In 2003, Black earned the for his outstanding performance in the , where he gathered a then-record 39 disposals to help secure Brisbane's third consecutive premiership. He also secured the Merrett-Murray Medal, awarded to the Brisbane Lions' player, on three occasions: in 2001, 2002, and 2006. Additionally, Black was selected in the three times, in 2001, 2002, and 2004, acknowledging his elite status among the league's top performers. On the team front, Black was instrumental in ' unprecedented of AFL premierships from 2001 to 2003, playing every match across those successful seasons and contributing to the club's dynasty under coach . Black's legacy was further cemented with his induction into the Australian Football Hall of Fame in 2020, making him the first eligible player from Brisbane's premiership era to receive the honor. His influence on midfield play endures, as a pivotal figure in one of the AFL's most formidable engine rooms, blending endurance, skill, and decision-making that set benchmarks for inside midfielders. In recent years, Black has reflected on the Lions' during the club's 2024 premiership celebrations, drawing parallels to contemporary team dynamics and emphasizing sustained excellence.

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