High Performance Manager Kevin White in charge during his final match against Essendon [Photo: Collingwood FC]

Collingwood today farewelled High Performance Manager, Kevin White, who has accepted a position at North Melbourne.

The popular Irishman has been at the Pies for over a decade, including four seasons in the club’s senior high-performance role.

Collingwood GM of Football, Graham Wright, thanked White for his years of service.

“In 2011 Kevin made the move from Dublin joining the club as an intern and worked his way up to head of high-performance,” Wright said.

“His dedication to the role and personal sacrifice over his 10-year tenure is something we all appreciate and thank him for.

“We wish Kevin, his wife Jane and two daughters all the best with his new role and future endeavours.”