Fremantle have backed in coach Justin Longmuir with a contract extension tying him to the club until the end of 2024.
Longmuir was handed a three-year deal when he signed with the Dockers ahead of the 2020 season and on Wednesday put pen to paper on another three-season contract.
“I’m very humbled and very grateful for this opportunity,” Longmuir said.
“This contract extension doesn’t really change my approach, it’s just nice to know that board and management are happy with the work I’m doing so far.
“This isn’t my club, it’s everyone’s club and I’ve got to do the right thing by Fremantle and everyone who supports us. As senior coach, that is my aim and I’ll continue to do that.”
Longmuir played all 139 of his AFL games with the Dockers and has now been in charge for 39 matches as a coach.
Freo have a record of 17-22 under Longmuir's tenure as they continue their list rebuild.
“Our responsibility is to make sure we set up an environment where all of our players can be their best selves and reach their potential,” Longmuir said.
“If we can do that, things do look very exciting, but there’s a lot of work that has to go into achieving our goals. We have to keep doing the work.
“I’m pleased with where we are at but not satisfied at all. We have to keep growing our culture and a lot of work to do with the way we play - every individual has a say in that.”
Freo CEO Simon Garlick said the club felt Longmuir was taking the team in the right direction.
“Justin has a great balance of knowing the game incredibly well and being a technically strong coach while also having the ability to build genuine relationships and a high level of rapport with the players and football staff,” Garlick said.
“While we believe Justin has great capability as a Coach, we also feel he is a great fit for our club from a culture and values perspective
“He’s builds and values relationships, not only with the players, but across the entire club, including our supporter base and coterie groups. This is reflective of the passion he has for the club and his determination to help us achieve sustained on-field success.
“We are very pleased with the work Justin has done thus far and while we all know there is much to do, we feel confident in the direction the football program is heading.”
