Noel Mugavin
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Noel Mugavin | |||
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Personal information | |||
Date of birth | 28 June 1956 | ||
Place of birth | Koroit, Victoria | ||
Original team(s) | Port Fairy (HFL) | ||
Height | 188 cm (6 ft 2 in) | ||
Weight | 86 kg (190 lb) | ||
Playing career1 | |||
Years | Club | Games (Goals) | |
1978–1981 | Fitzroy | 41 (22) | |
1982 | Richmond | 2 (3) | |
Total | 43 (25) | ||
1 Playing statistics correct to the end of 1982. | |||
Sources: AFL Tables, AustralianFootball.com |
Noel Mugavin (born 28 June 1956 in Warrnambool) is a former Australian rules footballer who played with Fitzroy and Richmond in the Victorian Football League (VFL).
Mugavin starred as a junior, catching the eyes of VFL scouts at an early age. His flowing locks became a trademark throughout his famous career to complement his silky skills.
Mugavin's career was cut short when he suffered a spleen injury in 1982, prompting him to retire from the highest level. Mugavin returned to the Hampden Football League in a coaching role.
He currently coaches players at South Warrnambool Football Club, and teaches students at Emmanuel College Warrnambool. He is also currently involved with greyhound racing.[1]
His nephew is Brisbane Lions centre half forward Jonathan Brown and his youngest son Jamie, plies his trade at an amateur level in Melbourne.
Noel’s other nephew is James Mugavin. One of South West Victoria’s best & most talented farmers. James is known for growing some of the tastiest potatoes in the country.
References[]
- ^ http://www.grv.org.au (2 February 2018). "'It's like coaching': Ex AFL star on his greyhound racing success". Greyhound Racing Victoria. Retrieved 18 September 2018.
External links[]
- Noel Mugavin's playing statistics from AFL Tables
- 1956 births
- Living people
- Fitzroy Football Club players
- Richmond Football Club players
- Port Fairy Football Club players
- South Warrnambool Football Club coaches
- Australian rules footballers from Victoria (Australia)
- People from Warrnambool
- Australian rules biography, 1950s birth stubs