Inside Collingwood’s locker room after one-point win….
Inside Collingwood’s locker room, the atmosphere was electric after their heart-stopping one-point win. Sweat-soaked guernseys clung to tired bodies, but the exhaustion was masked by pure elation. Players embraced one another, some yelling in triumph, others simply collapsing to the floor with relief and joy. Music blared from the speakers — a mix of club anthems and players’ personal favourites — as the Magpies soaked in the moment.
Veteran Scott Pendlebury led the way with a short, emotional address, praising the group’s resilience and belief. “We never gave up,” he said, voice cracking with pride. “That’s the Collingwood way.” Coach Craig McRae, visibly emotional, shared hugs with his coaching staff before turning his attention to the group. He kept it short: “That was bloody incredible.”
The team song echoed loudly, players linking arms in a passionate rendition. The younger Pies danced on benches while trainers tended to bruises and cramping limbs. There was laughter, chest bumps, and a sea of Gatorade flying through the air. For a club often under the spotlight, this narrow win meant more than just four points — it was a declaration of spirit. In that moment, inside the locker room, Collingwood felt invincible.
