The Fremantle Football Club can confirm that after four years with the Club, defensive coach Matthew Boyd will be released from his contract in 2025 and depart Fremantle to return home to Melbourne for family reasons.
Boyd joined Fremantle ahead of the 2021 season after a stint as an assistant at Collingwood.
Boyd has been instrumental in the growth and development of Fremantle’s defensive line, which recently saw Luke Ryan awarded his second All-Australian jacket in 2024.
Fremantle Executive General Manager of Football Joe Brierty thanked Boyd for his contribution to Fremantle.
“Following the season we have been in discussions with Matthew about the potential for he and his family to return home to Melbourne. It’s never easy because Matthew has invested his heart and soul into our Club over the past four years,” Brierty said.
“Ultimately, we are a family Club and we respect that Matthew needs to do what is best for his family and he will be remembered fondly for his contribution.
“On behalf of the players, coaches, and the entire Fremantle Football Club, we wish Matthew, his wife Kate and the kids all the very best for the future and thank them for all they have given to our Club.”
Speaking following the announcement, Boyd said the decision to depart Fremantle wasn’t easy.
“It has been an extremely difficult decision to make,” Boyd said.
“My family and I have loved our time as part of the Freo family and it is with a heavy heart that we will be leaving the Club.
“I truly believe this group can do amazing things, and my family and I will all be watching on with great interest.
“There will always be a spot for the Freo family in our hearts.”
