John Worsfold
Australian rules football coach and player
Born
September 25th, 1968
57 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Australia
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Played Australian rules football with West Coast Eagles in the Australian Football League (AFL) from 1987 to 2000. Served as the head coach of Essendon Football Club from 2014 to 2020. Led West Coast Eagles to their inaugural AFL Premiership in 1992 and again in 1994. Recognized for strong leadership skills and a strategic approach to the game.
Led West Coast Eagles to the 1992 AFL Premiership
Coached Essendon Football Club from 2014 to 2020
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