About Tony Hughes
Born 1963. Tony Hughes is an australian rules football player.
Tony Hughes (born 12 March 1963) is a former Australian rules footballer who played with the Sydney Swans in the Victorian Football League (VFL).
Career Hughes, recruited to Sydney from Albury, kicked two goals on his debut, against Essendon in the 11th round of the 1984 VFL season. He played again the following week against Melbourne, a 97-point loss, then lost his spot in the team and didn't make any more appearances that season.
In 1985 he played four games for Sydney, from rounds 12 to 15. Coach John Northey singled out Hughes's effort playing on Maurice Rioli as the highlight of the win.
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Who is Tony Hughes?
Australian rules footballer
When was Tony Hughes born?
Tony Hughes was born on 12 March 1963.
What is Tony Hughes's occupation?
Tony Hughes is an australian rules football player.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Tony Hughes (footballer)
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