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5 Gary Ablett Sr.

 
Details
Number 5
Height 185cm
Weight 97kg
DOB 01-10-1961
Debut 1984
Games Goals
2010 0 2010 0
Career 242 Career 1021
Dreamteam Points
2010 0 Go to Dream Team
Gary Ablett, a truly gifted football player, recruited from Myrtleford by Bill McMaster who witnessed enough ‘magic’ to suggest he would fit into Geelong’s plans after a short stint at Hawthorn. For 12 years he displayed his awesome ability, there was no skill he did not possess, his marking at times spectacular as it was breathtaking, with a mighty leap he was literally flying to meet the ball securing it in a vice like grip. He had a powerful build, which enabled him to shrug off his opponents or burst through a pack, with the ability to kick goals from over 60 metres with monotonous regularity. With the excitement he generated supporters and football followers travelled many kilometres to see him play and they were never disappointed. Gary had the capability of winning a game off his own boot and inspired his teammates with the special genius of his play. His performance in the 1989 Grand Final was brilliant as he displayed the best facets of Australian Football that day. He has left a legacy wherein Gary Ablett is one of the greatest players to have played the game. 

At a Glance

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  • Debut: 1984
  • Recruited from: Hawthorn
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Magic moments: Gary Ablett sr

Relive the magic moments from Gary Ablett srMonday, September 12, 2011 - 5:41AM

Gary Ablett: 1989 GF

Gary Ablett was brilliant in 1989 grand finalWednesday, September 22, 2010 - 3:37PM

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Club Co-Captain in 1995-6
Selected in the 1989, 1992, 1994 and 1995 grand final teams
Norm Smith Medallist 1989 Grand Final (kicked nine goals)
Best and Fairest 1984
Club leading goal kicker 1985-6, 1988-90 and 1993-95
John Coleman Medallist 1993-5
Represented Victoria 11 times
Victorian Captain in 1995
All-Australian in 1984, 1989-90, 1992-5
All Australian captain 1995
Inducted into the AFL Team of the Century
Geelong team of the century
AFL hall of fame 2005 

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1984-96: 242 games, 1021 goals

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