Simon Goodwin
Australian footballer and coach
Australian footballer and coach
Played Australian rules football for the Adelaide Crows in the Australian Football League (AFL). Won two premierships with the Crows in 1997 and 1998. After retirement, transitioned to coaching, taking charge of the Melbourne Football Club. Achieved success in mentoring and developing young players in the club's system.
Played for the Adelaide Crows
Won the 1997 and 1998 AFL Premierships
Coached the Melbourne Football Club
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