Sam Newman

Australian footballer and sportscaster

Sam Newman - Australian footballer and sportscaster
Born

December 22nd, 1945
79 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Australia

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Played Australian rules football for the Geelong Football Club from 1963 to 1980. After retiring from professional football, transitioned to the media as a sportscaster, gaining attention for commentary on the television program 'The Footy Show'. Contributed to discussions on Australian rules football and became a recognized personality in sports media.

Played for Geelong Football Club

Co-hosted 'The Footy Show'

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