 Krilich played in over 100 reserve grade games until 1974, and was captain of their reserve grade premiership team in 1972.When Jones lost form during the 1974 season, Krilich assumed the mantle of top hooker at the club from the eighth round onwards.After the departure of Bob Fulton to Eastern Suburbs following Manly's 1976 premiership win, Krilich assumed the first grade captaincy.