David Buttifant has been appointed as Carlton's new High Performance Manager.
Buttifant has a long and distinguished career in elite sport, beginning his career playing for Richmond and most recently spending 13 seasons as the Director of Sports Science at the Collingwood Football Club.
Carlton's General Manager of Football Operations Andrew McKay says Buttifant will deliver the fitness program for Carlton's Football Department.
“David is recognised as one of the best in his field, not only in Australia but globally,” McKay said.
“His experience and track record throughout his time in the AFL system is exactly what our Football Club requires in its pursuit of success.”
“We are very pleased to have landed such a highly regarded person for this important role within the Football Department.”
Buttifant is a Member of the AFL Research Board, and a Director and Founder of the NICK Foundation, which helps develop wellbeing programs for youth.
He replaces outgoing High Performance Manager Justin Cordy, who announced last month his intention to pursue new challenges.
Buttifant will officially commence his role at Visy Park on November 1
