Bob Rose (footballer)

Bob Rose (19 February 1928 – 10 July 2003) was an Australian rules footballer and coach. He is considered a legend of the Collingwood Football Club in the Australian Football League (AFL).

Playing Career:

Rose played 238 games for Collingwood between 1946 and 1955. A rover and forward, he was known for his high marking ability, skill, and leadership. He captained Collingwood from 1951 to 1955, and was a member of the club's 1953 premiership team. He won Collingwood's best and fairest award in 1951 and 1953. Rose also represented Victoria in interstate football.

Coaching Career:

Rose coached Collingwood from 1964 to 1971. He led the club to four Grand Finals (1964, 1966, 1970, and 1971), but unfortunately Collingwood lost all four. Despite these Grand Final losses, Rose is regarded as one of Collingwood's greatest coaches, known for his innovative tactics and motivational skills.

Legacy:

Bob Rose is a highly respected figure in Australian rules football. His contribution to Collingwood, both as a player and a coach, is significant. He was inducted into the Australian Football Hall of Fame in 1996. The Bob Rose Stand at Collingwood's training facility, the Holden Centre (formerly known as the Westpac Centre), is named in his honor. His name remains synonymous with passion and dedication to the Collingwood Football Club.