Kevin Sheedy

Australian footballer and coach

Kevin Sheedy - Australian footballer and coach
Born

December 24th, 1947
77 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Australia

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Played for Essendon Football Club from 1967 to 1985, achieving two premierships. Coached Essendon from 1998 to 2007, leading the team to a premiership in 2000. Contributed significantly to Australian rules football through coaching and development roles.

Won two premierships with Essendon

Coached Essendon to a premiership in 2000

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