Craig Potter (born 19 January 1966) is a former Australian rules footballer who played with Sydney and Brisbane Bears in the Victorian/Australian Football League (VFL/AFL).
| Craig Potter | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal information | |||
| Full name | Craig Potter | ||
| Date of birth | 19 January 1966 | ||
| Original team(s) | Western Districts | ||
| Height | 182 cm (6 ft 0 in) | ||
| Weight | 84 kg (185 lb) | ||
| Playing career1 | |||
| Years | Club | Games (Goals) | |
| 1984, 1987–1990 | Sydney Swans | 42 (16) | |
| 1991–1992 | Brisbane Bears | 13 (3) | |
| Total | 55 (19) | ||
|
1 Playing statistics correct to the end of 1992. | |||
| Sources: AFL Tables, AustralianFootball.com | |||
Queenslander Craig Potter was a strong performer for his state in the Teal Cup and played originally for Western Districts. Recruited by Sydney, he made his VFL debut at the age of just 18 but struggled with injuries. He played three games in 1984 but none in 1985 and 1986.[1] The most games he put together was 14 in 1988 and in 1991 he was traded back home to Brisbane, in a deal which helped bring Warwick Capper back to Sydney.[2]
Potter, a utility, spent just two seasons at Brisbane and finished his career in the SANFL with Central District. He won their 'Best and Fairest' award in 1993.
References
edit- ^ "Craig Potter". AFL Tables.
- ^ Holmesby, Russell; Main, Jim (2007). The Encyclopedia of AFL Footballers. BAS Publishing. ISBN 978-1-920910-78-5.
External links
edit- Craig Potter's playing statistics from AFL Tables
- Craig Potter at AustralianFootball.com