Jack Riewoldt

Australian Rules Footballer, AFL champion

Jack Riewoldt - Australian Rules Footballer, AFL champion
Born

October 31st, 1988
36 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Australia

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Played Australian rules football for the Richmond Football Club in the Australian Football League (AFL). Debuted in 2007 and became a key forward for the team. Achieved three premiership titles with Richmond in 2017, 2019, and 2020. Recognized for leadership and goal-scoring ability on the field.

Won the AFL premiership with Richmond in 2017

Won the Coleman Medal as the leading goalkicker in 2010

Named All-Australian multiple times

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