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Phil Egan
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Date of birth (1963-02-09) 9 February 1963 (age 62)
Original team Assumption College
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Phillip Egan (born 9 February 1963) is a former Australian rules football player. He played for two teams in the Victorian Football League (VFL). These teams were the Richmond Football Club and the Melbourne Football Club.

Phil Egan played 125 games for the Richmond Football Club. He was with them from 1982 to 1990. In 1991, he played one game for the Melbourne Football Club. He was also involved in writing an important report about fairness in football in 2022.

Phil Egan's Football Journey

Early Days and Richmond Career

Phil Egan was born on February 9, 1963. He grew up with a love for Australian rules football. His talent led him to play in the top league.

He joined the Richmond Football Club in 1982. This was a big step for him. He quickly became a key player for the team. Over nine seasons, he played 125 games for Richmond. He was known for his skill and dedication on the field.

Moving to Melbourne Football Club

After his time at Richmond, Phil Egan moved to the Melbourne Football Club. He played one game for them in 1991. This marked the end of his playing career in the VFL. He finished his career having played 126 games in total.

Beyond Playing: A New Role

After retiring as a player, Phil Egan continued to contribute to football. In 2022, he wrote an important report. This report looked into historical issues within the Hawthorn Football Club. His work aimed to help make football a fair and welcoming sport for everyone.

External links

  • Phil Egan's playing statistics from AFL Tables
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