Chris Scott
Australian football player and coach
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Athletes & Sports Figures
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Australia
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Played Australian rules football with Geelong Football Club in the Australian Football League (AFL) from 1999 to 2010. Transitioned to coaching, taking charge of Geelong in 2011. Under leadership, the team secured the premiership in 2011, 2013, and 2022. Contributed to the development of multiple players within the club and maintained a competitive team presence in the AFL.
Played for Geelong Football Club
Coached Geelong to three premierships
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