Louis Butler (footballer)

Louis Butler (born 26 August 2001) is an Australian rules footballer who plays for the Western Bulldogs in the Australian Football League (AFL). He was recruited by the Western Bulldogs with the 53rd draft pick in the 2019 AFL draft.[1][2]

Louis Butler
Personal information
Date of birth (2001-08-26) 26 August 2001
Place of birth Melbourne, Victoria
Original team(s) Sandringham Dragons, Brighton Grammar School
Draft No. 53, 2019 AFL draft, Western Bulldogs
Debut 25 June 2020, Western Bulldogs
vs. Sydney, at SCG
Height 184 cm (6 ft 0 in)
Weight 75 kg (165 lb)
Position(s) Defender/Midfielder
Club information
Current club Western Bulldogs
Number 18
Playing career1
Years Club Games (Goals)
2020– Western Bulldogs 2 (0)
1 Playing statistics correct to the end of 2020.
Sources: AFL Tables, AustralianFootball.com

Early football

Butler played for, and captained his side at Brighton Grammar School.[3] He also played for the Sandringham Dragons in the NAB League, and was selected to play for Vic Metro in the Under 18 national championships.[4]

AFL career

Butler debuted in the 4th round of the 2020 AFL season, against the Sydney Swans.[5] In his first game, he picked up 14 disposals.[6]

References
  1. "Louis Butler - Footywire". Retrieved 28 June 2020.
  2. "2019 AFL Draft - Pick 53: Louis Butler". Retrieved 28 June 2020.
  3. "Butler's big break". Retrieved 28 June 2020.
  4. "Dragons galore in the national championships". Retrieved 28 June 2020.
  5. "AFL Round 4 Teams: Forgotten Dog overlooked again, Swans goalsneak returns". Retrieved 28 June 2020.
  6. "Round 4 • Sydney Swans v Western Bulldogs". Retrieved 28 June 2020.
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