About Pat Keary
Lived 1901 – 1974 (aged 72). Pat Keary was an Australian australian rules football player.
Patrick Joseph Keary (10 October 1901 – 20 February 1974) was an Australian rules footballer who played with Hawthorn in the Victorian Football League (VFL).
Family The son of Patrick Joseph Ambrose Keary (1886–1931), and Mary Ellen Bridget Keary (1885–1966), née Webb, Patrick Joseph Keary was born at Richmond on 10 October 1901.
Football Recruited from Hawthorn Juniors, Keary played in each of Hawthorn's first six seasons in the VFL. He scored one goal in his VFL career, registered in the final round of the 1927 season in a loss against Richmond.
After his VFL playing career, Keary managed the Hawthorn reserves for over 20 years and in recognition of his service the club named its reserves best and fairest award the Blue Keary trophy.
Death Keary died at Fitzroy in February 1974 and is buried at Boroondara General Cemetery.
Honours and achievements Individual Hawthorn life member
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Pat Keary?
Australian rules footballer (1901-1974)
When was Pat Keary born?
Pat Keary was born on 10 October 1901 in Richmond.
When did Pat Keary die?
Pat Keary died on 20 February 1974 in Fitzroy.
What was Pat Keary's occupation?
Pat Keary was an australian rules football player.
What nationality was Pat Keary?
Pat Keary was Australian.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Pat Keary (Australian footballer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Pat Keary. https://biography.guide/pat-keary-australian-rules-football-player/
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