Paddy O'Brien
Australian rules footballer and coach
About Paddy O'Brien
Lived 1893 – 1964 (aged 70). Paddy O'Brien was an australian rules football player and australian rules football coach.
Patrick Joseph O'Brien (16 April 1893 – 25 March 1964) was an Australian rules footballer who played with Carlton in the Victorian Football League (VFL).
Football O'Brien was a physically tough defender who usually played at centre half back. He was Carlton's captain in 1924, and was a member of Carlton's back-to-back premierships in 1914 and 1915.
In 1925, he commenced the season as Carlton's playing coach but lasted only two games due to disagreements within the team. He left to join Footscray during their inaugural VFL season but played just 15 games for the club.
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Who was Paddy O'Brien?
Australian rules footballer and coach (1893–1964)
When was Paddy O'Brien born?
Paddy O'Brien was born on 16 April 1893 in Footscray.
When did Paddy O'Brien die?
Paddy O'Brien died on 25 March 1964 in Newport.
What was Paddy O'Brien's occupation?
Paddy O'Brien was an australian rules football player and australian rules football coach.
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· DBpedia: Paddy O'Brien (Australian rules footballer)
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