Dick Reynolds

Australian footballer and coach

Dick Reynolds - Australian footballer and coach
Born

June 20th, 1915
109 years ago

Died

September 2nd, 2002
22 years ago — 87 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Australia

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Played Australian rules football primarily for Essendon Football Club from 1934 to 1951. Served as the club's captain and later became a coach, leading the team to significant success. Accumulated a total of 317 games, earning recognition as a two-time Brownlow Medal winner. Coached Essendon from 1966 to 1970, contributing to the strategies and development of players in the league.

Won the Brownlow Medal twice

Played 317 games for Essendon

Coached Essendon Football Club

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