Roger Hayden "From Brookton to the Big Time: Roger Hayden's Freo Footy Journey"

In this special episode of the Kiya Podcast, we sit down with former Fremantle Dockers legend and proud Noongar man, Roger Hayden. Hailing from the small country town of Brookton, Roger shares his powerful journey from humble beginnings to becoming a key part of Fremantle’s backline in the early 2000s.We dive into the highs and challenges of his AFL career, his early footy days, and what it meant to represent his people on the big stage. Roger also opens up about his transition into coaching and his role in leading the Next Generation Academy, helping shape the next wave of Indigenous talent.A yarn full of heart, resilience, and wisdom from one of the great quiet achievers of the game.Listen now to hear how Roger's roots still guide his impact on and off the field.