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Terry Devery

b. 1938

Australian footballer

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About Terry Devery

Born 1938. Terry Devery is an australian rules football player.

Terry Devery (born 22 March 1938) is a former Australian rules footballer who played with Footscray in the Victorian Football League (VFL).

A rover, Devery started his senior career at Box Hill in the Victorian Football Association (VFA). He took part in Box Hill's first ever VFA finals appearance in 1956 and finished second in voting for the 1958 J. J. Liston Trophy, behind winner Keith Woolnough from Northcote. In 1958 he also represented the VFA at the Melbourne Carnival.

Devery was cleared to Footscray in 1959 and played 17 games in his debut season, missing only round seven, with a bruised thigh. In the 1960 VFL season, Devery appeared in the first seven rounds, then lost his place for the next five games after suffering an injury, but returned in round 13 and played out the season. He played only the opening round of the 1961 season.

He didn't end up playing league football with Collingwood and instead made his way up to Queensland, where he captain-coached Morningside from 1962 to 1965 and made six appearances for his adopted state. Morningside made the finals in 1963 and 1964, before Devery steered the club to a premiership in 1965.

He went to Canberra club Acton in 1971 as a player and coach.

The best and fairest award at Morningside is named after Devery and former club president Barry Kelly.

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Queensland Australian Football Hall of Fame

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Terry Devery?

Australian footballer

When was Terry Devery born?

Terry Devery was born on 22 March 1938.

What is Terry Devery's occupation?

Terry Devery is an australian rules football player.

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Β· Wikipedia: Terry Devery

Β· Wikidata: Q16104848

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