Collingwood captain Nick Daicos labelled the exchange with teammate Louis Walker and Walker’s father, former Bulldogs forward Taylor Walker as “special”.

The Magpies defeated Hawthorn by 26 points this season on July 23, 2026.

Daicos pointed out Walker’s end‑to‑end goal during the match, praising the youngster’s effort.

He added his thoughts at the after‑match media conference.

Taylor Walker, who logged 200 AFL games, was in the crowd at the MCG.

The family moment was hailed by supporters as an indicator of the club’s tight‑knit culture.