🔥 Trending Essendon Football Club Coach Search: Who Will Lead the Dons?

Dean Solomon has been appointed as the Interim Senior Coach for the Essendon Football Club as of 2026 ¹. This appointment followed the club's decision to part ways with former Senior Coach Brad Scott, effective immediately ².

Dean Solomon's Background and Recent Role

Solomon has a history with the Essendon Football Club. Most recently, he served on the Club's Board of Directors throughout 2025 before transitioning back to the football program as an assistant coach for the 2026 season ¹. In his assistant coach role, he was specifically responsible for the club's defence ⁸. His appointment as interim coach signifies a shift in leadership for the Bombers.

The Search for a Permanent Coach

Following Brad Scott's departure, Essendon CEO Tim Roberts stated that the club is open to considering all coaches, including former senior coaches and experienced assistants. The club's objective is to appoint "the best coach for Essendon" – someone who can provide a clear and compelling vision for the future of the club ⁴.

Notably, former Essendon player and senior coach James Hird has confirmed he will be part of the process to find Brad Scott's replacement ⁵. Hird, who previously coached the club, spoke with club president Andrew Welsh regarding the coaching selection process ³⁵. Essendon confirmed a five-person panel will determine the next senior coach ⁵.