After leading the Reserves all the way to the Grand Final in their first season, Reserves Coach Anthony Sacco has signed on for another year at the helm.

His footy journey is vast and unlike many, has been a global experience with his coaching and playing experience spreading through the UK, US, Philippines and even China!

'Sax' commenced playing footy as a 10 year old in the northern suburbs of Melbourne and continued all the way up the the VAFA in his university days before his career took him abroad, where he continued to immerse himself in footy wherever he could.

His most recent coaching gig before taking on the Magpies in 2021 was with the Philippines Eagles men's team. A team composed of expats from around Australia, as well as local talent. They played in a domestic competition and played matches against teams from around Asia.

Sax says "the great thing about this role was the ability to teach and train people and players who had not had the opportunity to grow up with the game so seeing them advance was rewarding. I was also able to implement strategies and a game style that centred around a certain brand but also made the most of the players and their varied skill level and experience."

With the growth in Women's footy and so many taking up the opportunity to play without a junior career behind them, this experience abroad gives Sax a unique skillset to continue to take the reins of the QFAW Div 1 Reserves at the Magpies.