From 'the Reverend' to the 'Big Freeze', Neale Daniher never stopped leading
Neale Daniher, a former Australian Rules football player and coach, passed away after a long battle with motor neurone disease. He was known for his leadership both on and off the field, particularly in raising awareness and funds for MND research. Daniher's legacy includes his contributions to the sport and his inspiring fight against the disease he referred to as 'The Beast'.
- ▪Neale Daniher was diagnosed with motor neurone disease in 2013 and became a public advocate for the cause.
- ▪He played for Essendon in the VFL and later coached the Melbourne Demons, leading them to a grand final in 2000.
- ▪Daniher founded the charity FightMND to raise funds for research into motor neurone disease.
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Thu, 21 May7566→Fri, 22 May7456→Fri, 22 May10474→Sat, 23 May111105→Sat, 23 May10780→Sat, 23 May9282→Sat, 23 May5892→Sun, 24 May16688→Sun, 24 May9390→Thu, 28 May19:30--→Fri, 29 May19:40--→Sat, 30 May13:15--→Sat, 30 May16:15--→Sat, 30 May19:35--→Sun, 31 May15:15--→Sun, 31 May19:20--→ AFL Score Centre analysisNeale Daniher's life as a leader helped him drive the fight against MND By Andrew McGarryTopic:Australian Rules FootballTue 26 May 2026 at 5:03amTue 26 May 2026 at 5:03amTue 26 May 2026 at 5:03amNeale Daniher's popularity with people never faded, particularly with Melbourne fans.
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