Kelvin Matthews
Appearance
Kelvin Matthews | |||
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Personal information | |||
Full name | Kelvin Matthews | ||
Date of birth | 15 December 1953 | ||
Original team(s) | Chelsea | ||
Height | 179 cm (5 ft 10 in) | ||
Weight | 94 kg (207 lb) | ||
Position(s) | Centre | ||
Playing career1 | |||
Years | Club | Games (Goals) | |
1972–1978 | Hawthorn | 97 (99) | |
1978–1982 | Geelong | 58 (70) | |
Total | 155 (169) | ||
1 Playing statistics correct to the end of 1982. | |||
Career highlights | |||
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Sources: AFL Tables, AustralianFootball.com |
Kelvin Matthews (born 15 December 1953) is a former Australian rules footballer. He is the brother of Leigh Matthews, whom he played with at Hawthorn. Kelvin was a centreman and was a member of the Hawks' 1976 premiership side.
Slightly smaller than his brother, Kelvin was heavier and skilful enough to represent Victoria in an interstate game in 1974.
In a match against Fitzroy in 1977, Kelvin kicked eight goals and Leigh six.
Kelvin also did Aussie Rules coaching sessions in the Riverina township of Ganmain in the 1970s.[citation needed]
External links
[edit]- Kelvin Matthews's playing statistics from AFL Tables