The Western Bulldogs can confirm that AFL Assistant Coach Matt Spangher will depart the Club to join Hawthorn this week.
The 38-year-old joined the Club in 2021, mentoring some of the most exciting forwards in the competition during his time at the helm.
Spangher claimed the Phil Walsh Memorial Scholarship this season as part of the AFLCA.
Bulldogs General Manager of Coaching & Performance Matt Egan praised the impact of Spangher’s time at the Club.
“Matt built a great connection with our staff and players during his time at the Bulldogs, in particular with our forwards group,” Egan said.
“He has a real passion for relationships and developing people, something our players really benefited from, and they will take his lessons into the future.
“While it is always disappointing to lose good people, this was an exciting opportunity for Matt in an elevated and strategic role at Hawthorn.”
“We wish him all the best for his next chapter and thank him for his contribution to our football program over four years.”
The Club will commence a process to fill the vacant role in coming days.
