Stephen Coniglio grew up in Perth and as a teenager had to choose between pursuing a career in cricket or football. Choosing football has worked out well for him so far, with the popular team mate becoming one of the most highly rated midfielders in the AFL. In early December, 2019 Coniglio was appointed captain before being joined by Toby Greene and Josh Kelly as co-captains in 2022. Off-field, Coniglio is a part-owner of Macelleria restaurants in Sydney and Melbourne and has a keen interest in fashion.
After a couple of quiet seasons by his standards, Cogs bounced back strongly in 2022. He averaged 25 disposals, 4.5 clearances and 5.2 tackles a game and finished second in the best and fairest. In 2023 he joins Josh Kelly as vice-captain of the GIANTS under Toby Greene.
