Matthew Knights
Australian football coach and player
Born
October 5th, 1970
55 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Australia
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Played Australian rules football for Essendon Football Club in the Australian Football League (AFL) from 1989 to 1999. Transitioned into coaching, serving as head coach of the Bendigo Bombers in the Victorian Football League (VFL) and later taking on the role of senior coach for Essendon. Involved in player development and coaching at various levels, contributing to the growth of the sport at grassroots and professional levels.
Played 175 games for Essendon Football Club
Served as head coach of Essendon Football Club
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