Brisbane Lions captain Harris Andrews has offered heartfelt praise for head coach Chris Fagan, crediting him with reviving the culture and belief inside the club during its most difficult years.
In a recent media appearance, Andrews reflected on the journey from struggling near the bottom of the ladder to becoming consistent AFL finals contenders, pointing directly to Fagan’s leadership as the turning point.
🗣️ “Fages (Chris Fagan) has been incredible for this group. He brought belief back into the club when we really needed it.”
When Fagan took over in 2017, the Lions were coming off years of underperformance and poor retention. Under his guidance, the club has rebuilt from the ground up — both in game style and internal culture.
Andrews, a product of the club’s academy and now its captain, has been central to that journey.
“He lets players be themselves but also sets really clear standards — that’s what makes him such a great leader,” Andrews added.
Fagan’s coaching philosophy is built on strong relationships, individual respect, and team-first values, something Andrews believes has created lasting success.
“It’s not just about wins — it’s about creating a place where everyone feels they belong and can grow,” Andrews said.
“That’s what Fages brought to us.”
With Brisbane continuing to push toward that elusive premiership, the captain-coach duo of Andrews and Fagan represents one of the most respected leadership combinations in
As finals approach once again in 2025, the Lions know one thing for sure: their foundation is strong — and it started with belief.
