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Chris Smith (Australian footballer)
Chris Smith (born 29 September 1955) is a former Australian rules footballer who played for the Fitzroy Football Club in the Victorian Football League (VFL) between 1973 and 1982.
| Chris Smith | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal information | |||
| Date of birth | 29 September 1955 | ||
| Original team(s) | Beverley Hills | ||
| Debut | Rd 6, 1973, Fitzroy vs. Hawthorn, at Junction Oval | ||
| Playing career1 | |||
| Years | Club | Games (Goals) | |
| 1973–1982 | Fitzroy | 163 (58) | |
| 1 Playing statistics correct to the end of 1982. | |||
| Sources: AFL Tables, AustralianFootball.com | |||
Primarily playing as a centre half-back, Smith was notable for playing for most of his career in a helmet, after suffering migraines after being knocked out three times in his first three years.[1]
References edit
- ^ Anderson, Jon (1 April 2011). "The hat fits, says battered Rod Ashman".
External links edit
- Chris Smith's playing statistics from AFL Tables