Shannon Cox facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Shannon Cox |
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| Date of birth | 7 March 1986 | ||
| Place of birth | Western Australia | ||
| Original team | South Fremantle (WAFL) | ||
| Debut | Round 3, 13 April 2007, Collingwood v. Richmond, at MCG |
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Shannon Cox is a former professional Australian rules footballer. He played for the Collingwood Football Club in the Australian Football League (AFL). Shannon was born on March 7, 1986.
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Shannon Cox's Football Journey
Shannon Cox, an Indigenous footballer, began his journey in the AFL as a rookie. He was chosen by the Collingwood Football Club in the 2005 National Rookie Draft. This draft is where teams pick up new players to develop their skills.
Playing for Williamstown
Before joining the main AFL team, Shannon played for the Williamstown Football Club in the Victorian Football League (VFL). The VFL is a league where players often gain experience before moving to the AFL. Shannon played very well in the VFL.
Debuting in the AFL
Because of his strong performances, Shannon was moved to Collingwood's senior team for the 2007 season. He made his first AFL appearance in Round 3 of that season. This was an exciting step in his career.
Career Highlights in 2009
In 2009, Shannon had a great season. He played in 11 of the first 13 games for Collingwood. One of his best games was in Round 4 against the Brisbane Lions. In that game, he had 28 possessions, which means he got the ball 28 times. This was a personal best for him.
Retirement from Football
On November 12, 2009, Shannon Cox decided to retire from playing professional football. He explained that he had lost his passion for the game. It is important for athletes to love what they do, and sometimes they choose to step away when that feeling changes.
