Scott Lycett returns to Alberton as the AFL program's ruck coach. Image: Michael Pizzato.

Premiership ruck Scott Lycett has been appointed Port Adelaide’s AFL ruck coach for the 2027 season. 

The former Power and West Coast player played 146 games between his two clubs, winning a flag at the Eagles in 2018. 

Lycett spent his final five seasons in the AFL system at Alberton, before his retirement at the end of 2023. 

The 34-year-old was looking forward to returning to Port Adelaide in a part-time coaching capacity. 

“I’m really excited for the opportunity to engage with the AFL space again, but this time in a new role,” Lycett said. 

“Port Adelaide has an exciting group of rucks between Jordon Sweet, Dante Visentini and Alex van Wyk. I’m looking forward to guiding them and helping them become the best athletes they can be. 

“The chance to return to my old club and learn under Josh Carr, who I worked with in the last season of my career, is incredibly appealing. I can’t wait to get started.” 

Lycett spent his final five seasons at Alberton, now returning in a coaching capacity. Image: Michael Pizzato.

Port Adelaide general manager of football Ben Rutten congratulated Lycett on his new position. 

“We are very pleased to secure Scott’s services as ruck coach, given his 13 years of experience as an AFL ruck,” Rutten said. 

“Not only did Scott win a premiership with West Coast, he returns to Alberton knowing the club so well having come through the juniors at the Magpies and then spending five seasons as a player here.  

“His mentorship with our ruck group will significantly influence their ongoing development. 

“We look forward to welcoming him next week as we launch into pre-season with our first to fourth-year players.”