Daniel Kerr

Australian footballer and midfielder

Daniel Kerr - Australian footballer and midfielder
Born

May 16th, 1983
42 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Australia

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A professional Australian rules footballer, contributed significantly to the sport playing as a midfielder. Spent the majority of his career at the West Coast Eagles in the Australian Football League (AFL). Achieved significant success during his tenure, participating in numerous finals and culminating in a premiership with the team in 2006. Represented Australia in international competitions, enhancing the profile of Australian rules football.

Won the 2006 AFL Premiership with West Coast Eagles

Selected for the All-Australian team multiple times

Represented Australia in international rules series

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