SHOCKING ANNOUNCEMENT: GEELONG CATS FORWARD GARY ROHAN AND WIFE MADI TO WELCOME TWINS
MELBOURNE – 6 January 2026 – In a deeply personal and joyous announcement that has sent ripples across the Australian Football League (AFL), Geelong Cats forward Gary Rohan and his wife Madi Rohan have revealed they are expecting their first set of twins. The couple shared the exciting news in a brief statement released today, expressing gratitude for the outpouring of support from the football community and beyond.
“We are over the moon to share that we are expecting twins later this year,” the Rohans said. “This journey has been filled with emotion, and we want to thank our family, friends, teammates, coaches and all our supporters for their incredible love and encouragement through everything. We feel so blessed and can’t wait to welcome our little ones into the world.”
The announcement comes as a heartwarming moment for the couple, who have been open about their personal journey in recent years. The AFL community has already rallied around them, with messages of congratulations pouring in from clubs, players and fans across the country.
Gary Rohan has established himself as one of the AFL’s most respected figures during his six seasons at the Geelong Cats. The dynamic forward was a key part of the club’s 2022 AFL Premiership-winning side, bringing unmatched energy and intensity to the forward line. He is particularly remembered for his big finals moments, including the match-winning goal assist in the 2022 Qualifying Final against the Collingwood Magpies that set the Cats on course for their flag triumph.
In 2024, Rohan reached a career milestone by playing his 200th AFL game, a testament to his durability and consistency across a 14-year professional career that also included a stint with the Sydney Swans. Beyond his on-field contributions, he was awarded the prestigious Tom Hafey Heart of Football Award in 2025 for his extensive community work, which has focused on supporting mental health initiatives and families facing childhood illness – causes close to the couple’s hearts.
Geelong Cats CEO Steve Hocking extended the club’s warmest congratulations to the Rohan family. “Gary is not just a champion player for our club – he is an extraordinary person who brings so much to our community,” Hocking said. “Madi has been an incredible part of the Cats family too, and we are all absolutely thrilled for them as they prepare for this next chapter. We will ensure they have all the support they need as they get ready to welcome their twins.”
Rohan is set to return to pre-season training with the Cats later this month, with the club confirming they will work closely with the forward to manage his schedule ahead of the 2026 AFL season.
