Former Brisbane Lions defender Dan Merrett, a 200-game AFL veteran whose journey through sport, business, and self-discovery is as raw as it is inspiring.

Dan opens up about his move to Adelaide to coach at Port Adelaide Football Club, the highs and lows of his playing career, and the emotional toll of life in the AFL. From being a late starter in Aussie Rules to transforming into one of the competition’s most combative fullbacks, Dan shares honest reflections on resilience, burnout, and finding his passion for footy again after years away from the game.

You will hear about:

• His early sporting dreams, switching from rugby league to AFL in Year 12

• The mental and physical battles of defending against legends like Barry Hall and Buddy Franklin
• The “Miracle on Grass” — Brisbane’s unforgettable comeback against Geelong
• Life lessons from the field, from work ethic to persistence
• His advice for young athletes chasing professional dreams

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