Charlie Sutton

Australian Rules Footballer

Birthday April 3, 1924

Birth Sign Aries

Birthplace Australia

DEATH DATE Jun 5, 2012 (88)

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About

Hall-of-Fame Australian rules footballer in the Victorian Football League known for his hard-nosed style of play. He led Footscray to its only premiership in the VFL in 1954.

Before Fame

He debuted with Spotswood Football Club and initially had a tough time holding down a position with them.

Trivia

He predominantly was known as a back pocket player but also was a rover and half-forward.

Family Life

He had five children: Pamela, Charles, Charlene, Gary, and Dorothy.

Associated With

He and Ross Abbey both played for Footscray.