About Peter Bennett
Born 1956. Peter Bennett is a New Zealand australian rules football player.
Peter Keith Bennett (born 8 November 1956) is a former Australian rules footballer who played with Hawthorn and Essendon in the Victorian Football League (VFL).
New Zealand born Bennett was a utility player, often used as a ruck-rover. He was recruited from Pakenham and put together 13 games in his two seasons at Hawthorn. He made more regular appearances when he crossed to Essendon, starting with 14 games in 1978, from which he averaged 18 disposals.
Bennett joined the Subiaco Football Club in 1982 but would be in Western Australia for just the one season. He played for Koo Wee Rup in 1983, as captain-coach. From 1984 to 1986 he captain-coached Gembrook, winning a premiership in the last of those years.
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Who is Peter Bennett?
Australian rules footballer
When was Peter Bennett born?
Peter Bennett was born on 8 November 1956 in New Zealand.
What is Peter Bennett's occupation?
Peter Bennett is an australian rules football player.
What nationality is Peter Bennett?
Peter Bennett is New Zealand.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Peter Bennett (footballer, born 1956)
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