The Selwood family is grieving the loss of Troy Selwood, a former Brisbane AFL player who passed away at the age of 40. Troy, who played 75 games for the Brisbane Lions between 2003 and 2010, was the twin brother of Adam and the elder brother of Joel and Scott Selwood. The family expressed their heartbreak over his death, highlighting his role as a loving son, brother, and father to his children, Tom and Sadie.
Victoria Police are preparing a report for the coroner, stating the death is “not being treated as suspicious.” The Selwood family remembered Troy as a person who brought joy and positivity to many lives, and they expressed gratitude for the support he received throughout his life. Tributes poured in from the AFL community, with many reflecting on his impact both on and off the field. Troy later returned to Geelong, where he captained the VFL team to a premiership in 2012 and later worked in coaching and development roles, fostering young talent.
AFL CEO Andrew Dillon extended condolences to the Selwood family, emphasising Troy’s commitment to nurturing aspiring players. The news comes shortly after the passing of another notable figure in the community, Dale Tapping, marking a challenging time for the AFL fraternity.