Bob Quinn

Australian footballer and coach

Bob Quinn - Australian footballer and coach
Born

1915
110 years ago

Died

September 12th, 2008
17 years ago — 93 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Australia

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Played Australian rules football for the South Melbourne Football Club in the Victorian Football League (VFL). Transitioned to coaching, leading teams to competitive success. Contributed to the development of players and strategies in Australian rules football throughout a coaching career spanning several decades. Remains a respected figure in the sport.

Played for South Melbourne Football Club

Coached various clubs in the VFL

Influenced player development strategies

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