Trent Cotchin

Australian Rules Football Player

Trent Cotchin - Australian Rules Football Player
Born

April 7th, 1990
35 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Australia

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Achieved prominence as an Australian Rules football player, having played for the Richmond Football Club in the Australian Football League (AFL). Led Richmond to its first premiership in 37 years in 2017. Recognized for consistent performance and leadership as team captain. Also played a crucial role in securing back-to-back premierships in 2019 and 2020.

Captained Richmond to 2017 AFL Premiership

Led team to successive 2019 and 2020 AFL Premierships

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