Jim Demetriou
James "Jim" Demetriou (born 7 June 1955) is a former Australian rules football player. He later worked as a lawyer and set up the charity Sports Without Borders.
Jim Demetriou | |||
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Personal information | |||
Full name | James A. Demetriou | ||
Date of birth | 7 June 1955 | ||
Place of birth | Australia | ||
Original team(s) | Pascoe Vale | ||
Height | 173 cm (5 ft 8 in) | ||
Weight | 71 kg (157 lb) | ||
Position(s) | Rover | ||
Playing career | |||
Years | Club | Games (Goals) | |
1975–1976 | Essendon | 9 (2) | |
1977 | North Melbourne | 0 (0) | |
1977 | Brunswick | ||
Sources: AFL Tables, AustralianFootball.com |
Biography
Demetriou was born to Tony and Chrysi Demetriou in 1955. His father was an immigrant from Cyprus who ran a fish and chips shop. His brother Andrew Demetriou was CEO of the Australian Football League (AFL).[1]
Playing career
Demetriou played nine matches for Essendon in the Victorian Football League (VFL) in 1975 and 1976.[2]
During a match against Fitzroy in 1976 he broke his leg after tripping on a sprinkler, ending his top level career.[1]
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References
- Johnston, Chris (28 March 2009). "Elder Demetriou goes into boot for those in need". The Age. Retrieved 27 September 2012.
- "DEMETRIOU, Jim A." Essendon Football Club. Archived from the original on 24 April 2012. Retrieved 27 September 2012.
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