Adam Cooney

Aussie Rules football player

Adam Cooney - Aussie Rules football player
Born

September 30th, 1985
39 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Australia

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Played Australian rules football for the Western Bulldogs in the Australian Football League (AFL). Achieved the 2008 Brownlow Medal, awarded to the league's best and fairest player. Known for exceptional skills and versatility on the field. Contributed significantly to his team's performance during his career.

Won the 2008 Brownlow Medal

Played for the Western Bulldogs

Contributed to the team's success in AFL

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