2017 Gallagher
Victorian Coach of the Year
Damien Hardwick - Australian Rules Football

After becoming the first coach in 35 years to guide the Richmond Football Club to a Grand Final and winning the 2017 premiership, Damien was also the recipient of the 2017 AFL Coach of the Year award. Damien attributes last years success to the mental toughness of the playing group and the support provided by the president and CEO of the Richmond Football club.