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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