Russell Middlemiss (6 July 1929 – 5 August 2019)[1] was an Australian rules footballer who played with Geelong in the VFL during the early 1950s. Middlemiss was a half back flanker and was an important player in defence for Geelong in their back to back premiership triumphs. His son, Glen Middlemiss, also played for Geelong, as well as St Kilda.[2]
| Russell Middlemiss | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal information | |||
| Date of birth | 6 July 1929 | ||
| Date of death | 5 August 2019 (aged 90) | ||
| Place of death | Geelong | ||
| Original team(s) | Rokewood | ||
| Height | 182 cm (6 ft 0 in) | ||
| Weight | 77 kg (170 lb) | ||
| Playing career1 | |||
| Years | Club | Games (Goals) | |
| 1949–1955 | Geelong | 74 (2) | |
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1 Playing statistics correct to the end of 1955. | |||
| Sources: AFL Tables, AustralianFootball.com | |||
References
edit- ^ Russell Middlemiss' obituary
- ^ Holmesby, Russell; Main, Jim (2007). The Encyclopedia Of AFL Footballers. BAS Publishing. ISBN 9781920910785.
External links
edit- Russell Middlemiss's playing statistics from AFL Tables
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