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| Full name | Zephaniah Skinner | ||
| Date of birth | 27 June 1989 | ||
| Place of birth | Noonkanbah Station, Western Australia | ||
| Original team | Nightcliff (NTFL) | ||
| Draft | No. 88, 2010 National Draft, Western Bulldogs | ||
| Position(s) | Forward | ||
Zephaniah Skinner (born 27 June 1989) is an Australian rules footballer. He played for the Western Bulldogs team in the Australian Football League (AFL). He was a forward player known for his speed and skill.
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Who is Zephaniah Skinner?
Zephaniah Skinner is a Yungngora man. He was born on June 27, 1989. His birthplace was Noonkanbah Station in Western Australia. This place is a long way east of Broome, Western Australia.
His Football Journey
Zephaniah started his football journey playing for the Nightcliff Football Club. This team is part of the Northern Territory Football League (NTFL). His talent was noticed by professional scouts.
Joining the AFL
In 2010, Zephaniah Skinner was chosen in the 2010 AFL Draft. He was the 88th player picked overall. The Western Bulldogs team selected him to join their squad. This was a big step for his football career.
Playing for the Western Bulldogs
Zephaniah made his first game in the AFL during the 2011 AFL season. He played as a forward for the Western Bulldogs. He showed great potential in his early games. He played a total of 8 games and scored 5 goals for the team.
Retirement from AFL
Zephaniah Skinner played for two seasons in the AFL. He retired from professional football at the end of the 2012 AFL season. Even though his AFL career was short, he is remembered for his time with the Western Bulldogs.
External links
- Skinner cannot wait!
- Zephaniah Skinner's playing statistics from AFL Tables
- Player profile from Western Bulldogs official website.
