Bob McClure (footballer)
Robert J. "Bluey" McClure (5 June 1925 – 17 July 2003) was an Australian rules footballer who played with Essendon in the VFL.
| Bob McClure | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal information | |||
| Date of birth | 5 June 1925 | ||
| Date of death | 17 July 2003 (aged 78) | ||
| Original team(s) | Essendon Stars | ||
| Height | 188 cm (6 ft 2 in) | ||
| Weight | 90 kg (198 lb) | ||
| Playing career1 | |||
| Years | Club | Games (Goals) | |
| 1946–1951 | Essendon | 90 (17) | |
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1 Playing statistics correct to the end of 1951. | |||
| Sources: AFL Tables, AustralianFootball.com | |||
A ruckman, McClure served in the navy prior to joining Essendon. He became a key component in a successful Essendon side, winning premierships in 1946, 1949 and 1950. A knee injury forced him to retire during the 1951 season.
External links
- Bob McClure's playing statistics from AFL Tables
- Profile at Essendonfc.com
- Statistics at Essendonfc.com
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