Aaron Davey

Australian footballer and Melbourne Demons player

Aaron Davey - Australian footballer and Melbourne Demons player
Born

June 10th, 1983
41 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Australia

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Born in 1983, a professional Australian rules footballer played for the Melbourne Football Club in the Australian Football League (AFL). His career spanned from 2003 to 2012, during which he established himself as a skilled winger and half-back. Recognized for agility and pace, contributed significantly to team's performance in various seasons. Retired with a total of 168 games played and achieved All-Australian selection in 2005, underscoring athletic prowess and competitive spirit.

Played 168 games for the Melbourne Demons

Selected as an All-Australian in 2005

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