SAD NEWS: Collingwood loses coaching staff.

Former St Kilda and Collingwood recruiter Chris Toce has joined Richmond’s list management team after departing the Saints at the cessation of 2023.

Toce lands at Punt Road following national recruitment manager Matt Clarke’s recent departure to West Coast, with Toce bringing a wealth of experience to Tigerland.

Having first started with Collingwood in 2010 before venturing to Moorabbin five years later, Toce has over a decade of experience in the recruiting realm, and most recently helped recruit some of the Saints’ budding young stars as well as mature-aged talent from across the country.

“Thanks to Blair Hartley and Tim Livingstone for believing in me and giving me this opportunity,” he said in a club statement after joining Richmond.

“I am eager to work with our team of recruiters and to help add to the talent that is already in the door.”

Toce joins the Tigers at a crucial juncture, with new coach Adem Yze adopting a list that boasts a mix of senior talent and burgeoning prospects.

Football boss Balir Hartely said Toce will be the needed experience to aid the Tigers’ list for the years to come.

“Chris has extensive experience and a proven track record working across the country to identify talent,” Hartley said.

“He is an excellent character with a strong work ethic, and we look forward to having him as part of our recruiting team and broader football department. He will help us strengthen the talent that comes into our Club.

“We are delighted to have Chris on board and welcome him and his family to the Richmond Football Club.”