About Jack Collins
Lived 1910 – 1972 (aged 62). Jack Collins was an australian rules football player.
Jack Laurie Collins (13 February 1910 – 1 March 1972) is a former Australian rules footballer who played with Geelong in the VFL during the 1930s.
A centre half forward, Collins debuted for Geelong in 1929. He was a member of their 1931 premiership team and had his best season in 1938 when he finished equal 7th in the Brownlow Medal. Collins also represented Victoria 11 times in interstate football.
He was named as an emergency in Geelong's official 'Team of the Century'.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Jack Collins?
Australian rules footballer, born 1910
When was Jack Collins born?
Jack Collins was born on 13 February 1910 in Allendale.
When did Jack Collins die?
Jack Collins died on 1 March 1972 in Geelong.
What was Jack Collins's occupation?
Jack Collins was an australian rules football player.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Jack Collins (footballer, born 1910)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jack Collins. https://biography.guide/jack-collins-australian-rules-football-player/
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