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Damien Hardwick
PrintTriple Premiership Coach | AFL Innovator & Resilient Leader
Damien Hardwick is one of the most respected figures in Australian Rules Football, renowned for his resilience, strategic brilliance, and transformative leadership. His journey from a premiership-winning player to a triple-premiership coach exemplifies his deep understanding of the game and his ability to inspire excellence.
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Testimonials for Damien Hardwick
Damien was incredible - very open and gave the crowd very in-depth answers to questions. Damien provided so many points on motivation - connection and wisdom Feedback from the gusts have been fantastic.
Eagles Corporate Connect - The Business of Sport
Damien Hardwick was fantastic, a very engaging and inspirational speaker and a lovely guy.
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We were thrilled with the presentation! It was exactly what we wanted!
Myer Pty. Ltd.
Damien Hardwick was fantastic.
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Damien Hardwick's Biography
Triple Premiership Coach | AFL Innovator & Resilient Leader
Damien Hardwick is one of the most respected figures in Australian Rules Football, renowned for his resilience, strategic brilliance, and transformative leadership.
His journey from a premiership-winning player to a triple-premiership coach exemplifies his deep understanding of the game and his ability to inspire excellence.
As a player, Hardwick was known for his toughness and versatility, amassing 207 AFL games with Essendon and Port Adelaide. He secured premierships with both clubs—Essendon in 2000 and Port Adelaide in 2004—highlighting his impact on the field.
Transitioning into coaching, Hardwick took the helm at Richmond Football Club in 2010. Over 14 seasons, he revitalized the team, leading them to three AFL premierships in 2017, 2019, and 2020. His innovative coaching methods and emphasis on team culture earned him the AFL Coaches Association Coach of the Year award in 2017.
In 2023, Hardwick embraced a new challenge as the Senior Coach of the Gold Coast Suns, instilling a winning culture and drive the club toward sustained success. His approach focuses on fostering resilience, adaptability, and a strong sense of unity within the team.
Hardwick took the Sun’s to the Semi Finals in 2025 where they achieved their greatest success in their short history.
Beyond the field, Hardwick is a compelling speaker who shares insights on leadership, team dynamics, and overcoming adversity. His experiences offer valuable lessons applicable to various organizational contexts, making him a sought-after keynote speaker for conferences and corporate events.
Contact agent Helene Greenham directly to enquire about Damien Hardwick for your event – helene@platinumspeakers.com.au
Speaking Topics Include
Building a winning team
Going from zero to hero
Leading from the front
Culture – that’s what it’s all about
Ingredients for success
“I was the problem” – self analysis – the importance
Maintaining the successful recipe
Changing the game
The winning formula
To stay number one – you’ve got to think like you’re number two