Stuart Dew

Australian Football League player, premiership player

Stuart Dew - Australian Football League player, premiership player
Born

August 18th, 1979
45 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Australia

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An Australian footballer played primarily as a midfielder. Achieved significant success in the Australian Football League (AFL) with two clubs. Made a key contribution to the Brisbane Lions' premiership in 2001. Later played for the Port Adelaide Football Club, where further developed skills and on-field experience. Retired from professional play in 2010, transitioning into a coaching role within the AFL.

Won the AFL premiership with Brisbane Lions in 2001

Played for Port Adelaide Football Club from 2004 to 2010

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