Ron Barassi
Australian football player and coach
Born
Died
2023
3 years ago — 87 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Australia
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Played Australian rules football primarily for the Carlton Football Club and later coached the Melbourne Football Club. Participated in multiple premierships during the 1950s and 1960s. Transitioned into coaching roles after retirement, leading teams to significant victories and influencing the tactical development of the game.
Played for Carlton Football Club, winning six premierships
Coached the Melbourne Football Club to a premiership in 1971
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