Joel Selwood will play on in 2022 after the Geelong captain and the club agreed to a one-year contract extension. 

Selwood, who has led the Cats a record 215 times, is on target to finish his career as the club’s game record holder. He has played 325 games, and he could pass Corey Enright’s club record of 332 later this season.

Selwood has already enjoyed an incredible career since being selected with the 7th pick in the 2006 national draft. He is a triple premiership player, has won three ‘Carji’ Greeves medals, earned six All-Australian selections, including three as captain, a rising star award in his first AFL season and was runner up in the 2013 Brownlow medal.

GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 24: Joel Selwood of the Cats (C) leads the Cats out during the round six AFL match between the Geelong Cats and the West Coast Eagles at GMHBA Stadium on April 24, 2021 in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Daniel Pockett/AFL Photos)

This year is Selwood’s tenth season as captain after being appointed to lead the club at the beginning of 2012.

“Joel is an icon of our club, and of the game, and we are excited to have reached agreement for Joel to play in 2022,” Geelong’s general manager of football Simon Lloyd said.

Joel Selwood Showreel

  • 05:08
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    Inner Sanctum: Inside The Geelong Rooms Post Grand Final

    In this exclusive clip, view never before seen footage of the post match address from Chris Scott and Joel Selwood to the players moments after the 2022 Grand Final victory.

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  • 01:15

    On This Day | First Game as Captain

    In Joel Selwood's first game as Captain he set the standard with 33 disposals, 4 tackles and 8 clearances. R1 2012

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  • 37:32
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    To The Final Bell - Round 3

    To The Final Bell returns with VERY special guest host, former captain Joel Selwood, to take the seat until Meg's return! Cameron Ling and Joel discuss Geelong's Round 2 loss to the Blues and the upcoming Gold Coast clash!

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  • 01:55

    The Captain's Speech

    Joel Selwood speaks to new draftees at the AFLPA's draftee induction, giving them advice and pointers on what to expect in the AFL world.Footage Courtesy of the AFLPA.

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  • 00:59

    Selwood Grand Final Highlights

    Geelong Skipper Joel Selwood's Swansong game was one of his most memorable. With 12 touches in the first quarter to help set up a grand win and a poetic goal to cap off his stellar career.

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  • 02:33

    Top Five Fan Favourite Moments | Season 2022

    The votes are in for the Top 5 Fan Favourite Moments of Season 2022 did your moments make the list?

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  • 02:34

    Farewell, Skipper

    The Greatest Cat to ever do it. Follow Joel through his emotional final game.

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  • 01:00

    Joel's Left and Right Hand Men

    In Joel's Carji speech he told us who his most important on field relationships were.

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  • 01:27

    Challenge Each Other To Be Better

    In Joel's Carji Speech he recounted two stories that make him feel more comfortable moving on knowing that the young players will continue his legacy.

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  • 19:42

    Carji | Retirement Segment

    Watch our special tribute to our AFL retirees Joel Selwood, Luke Dahlhaus and Shaun Higgins.

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  • 03:34

    Farewell, Joel Selwood: The best of a Cats champion

    Enjoy a snapshot of an illustrious Geelong career, featuring four premierships and 355 games.

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  • 27:46

    Selwood Press Conference

    Joel Selwood calls time on his outstanding career.

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  • 02:11

    Selwood Post Grand Final | In The Rooms

    Victorious Cats Skipper Joel Selwood spoke to Cats Media directly after the song to give his thoughts on his fourth flag. Proudly Presented by Ford Australia.

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  • 03:38

    A Dream for Selwood

    Geelong premiership captain Joel Selwood spoke to AFL.com.au post-game.

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  • 00:56

    Selwood in tears after heartwarming goal

    Joel Selwood gets emotional as he conjures a stunning major in the final stages to mark another incredible achievement.

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  • 01:14

    Untameable | Grand Final

    The Geelong Football Club will look to cap off an era of greatness as they contest the 2022 Grand Final.

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  • 02:58

    Joel Selwood & Chris Scott | Grand Final Parade

    Geelong Cats Captain and Coach speak to FoxFooty during the 2022 Grand Final Parade.

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  • 01:24

    Follow Joel Into The Fray | Prelim Final

    Enjoy exclusive access to Joel Selwood's pre-match address before the Preliminary Final.

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  • 04:27

    'A real honour': Selwood wins Jim Stynes Community Leadership Award

    Geelong champion Joel Selwood receives the 2022 Jim Stynes Community Leadership Award.

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    Untameable | Prelim Final

    Geelong take on Brisbane for a chance to play in the Grand Final.

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“While Joel’s record speaks for itself, what is most important to him and the team is that he continues to play at such a high level. He has been among our best players all season and has continued to show his durability and passion for the game. 

“Joel has always epitomised team-first, and he continues to do all he can to make the team and the club successful.”

In addition to his on-field exploits, Selwood is heavily invested in the Cats off-field endeavours. He was named as the club’s community champion in 2020 for the enormous impact he has made through the Cats community outreach programs.