Jonathan Brown

Australian footballer, premiership captain

Jonathan Brown - Australian footballer, premiership captain
Born

October 29th, 1981
43 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Australia

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This individual played Australian rules football for the Brisbane Lions in the Australian Football League (AFL) from 1999 to 2014. A key player for the Lions, he captained the team to three consecutive premierships from 2001 to 2003. Renowned for his goal-scoring ability and physical presence on the field, he was awarded the Coleman Medal in 2007 for being the league's leading goal-scorer. Career highlights also include representing Australia in international matches and earning multiple All-Australian selections, showcasing excellence in the sport during his tenure.

Captained Brisbane Lions to three premierships

Won Coleman Medal for leading goal-scorer

Selected as All-Australian multiple times

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