Wayne Carey

Australian rules footballer and coach

Wayne Carey - Athletes & Sports Figures born May 27th, 1971
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Played Australian rules football primarily for North Melbourne in the Australian Football League (AFL) from 1989 to 2004, and subsequently for the Adelaide Crows in 2005. Recognized as one of the greatest full-forwards in the history of the game. Coached various teams after retirement from playing, contributing to the development of new talent in the sport.

Won two AFL premierships with North Melbourne

Awarded the Norm Smith Medal in 1999

Inducted into the Australian Football Hall of Fame

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