terry wallace

Terry Wallace, also known as “Plough”, is a highly-respected figure in the Australian Football League (AFL), having had an illustrious career both as a player and a coach.

Wallace played his first senior game for Richmond football club in 1984, and quickly established himself as one of the team’s most talented players. Over the next decade, he went on to play 258 games for Richmond, earning himself a place in the club’s Hall of Fame in 2013. He was also named Richmond’s Best and Fairest player twice during his playing career.

Following his retirement from playing, Wallace turned his attention to coaching, and in 2004, he was appointed head coach of the Western Bulldogs football club. Under his guidance, the Bulldogs made the finals for the first time in nearly a decade, and Wallace was named Coach of the Year in 2006. He also coached the Richmond football club from 2005 to 2009.

Off the field, Wallace is known for his insights into the game of Australian Rules Football, and is a regular media commentator on the sport. He has also written several books on the game, including “Ploughing Through” and “Inside Coaching”.

Throughout his career, Wallace has been known for his exceptional leadership skills, his tactical nous, and his unwavering passion for the game. His contribution to Australian Rules Football has been immense, and he will be remembered as one of the sport’s greats. Today, Terry Wallace continues to inspire players and coaches alike, and remains a highly-regarded figure in the Australian sporting landscape.