Harry Miller (footballer) facts for kids
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| Date of birth | 11 June 1985 | ||
| Place of birth | Port Lincoln | ||
| Original team | Port Adelaide Magpies | ||
| Debut | Round 1, 27 March 2005, Hawthorn v. Sydney Swans, at Sydney Cricket Ground |
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Harry Douglas Miller was born on June 11, 1985, in Port Lincoln, South Australia. He is an Australian rules footballer who played in the top-level Australian Football League (AFL). Harry was known for his speed and skill as a small forward.
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Harry Miller's Early Career
Harry Miller began his journey in Australian rules football in South Australia. He was a promising young player. His talent was noticed by professional clubs.
Joining the AFL through the Draft
In 2003, Harry Miller was chosen in the 2003 AFL draft. This is a special event where AFL teams pick new players. Harry was selected at pick number 25. This meant he was one of the top young players in the country. He joined the Hawthorn Hawks.
Playing for Hawthorn
Harry played as a small forward for Hawthorn. He was quick and good at scoring goals. In the 2005 season, he played 14 games. He showed his skills on the field.
Memorable Games in 2005
Harry had some great moments in 2005. In one game against Richmond, he kicked four goals. This helped his team in a very close match. Another time, he had 19 disposals against Brisbane. Disposals mean how many times a player gets the ball. This was his best game for getting the ball.
After His AFL Time
Harry played four more games in 2006. After the 2006 season, he was delisted by Hawthorn. This means the club decided not to keep him.
Returning to South Australia
After leaving the AFL, Harry went back to play in the South Australian Football League (SANFL). He joined the Port Adelaide Magpies. This was his original team before he went to the AFL.
Family Connections in Football
Harry Miller comes from a family of talented footballers. He is the cousin of three other well-known players.
Famous Football Cousins
His cousins are Peter Burgoyne and Shaun Burgoyne. Both Peter and Shaun had very successful careers in the AFL. Another cousin is Daniel Wells. Daniel also played many great games in the AFL.
