Full name Gary Merrington 1966–1975 Footscray Original team(s) Braybrook Name Gary Merrington | Height/Weight 187 cm / 85 kg Children Andrew Merrington Years Club | |
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Date of birth (1946-11-19) 19 November 1946 (age 69) | ||
Gary Merrington (born 19 November 1946) is a former Australian rules footballer who played with Footscray in the Victorian Football League (VFL).
Merrington was recruited locally, from Footscray District Football League club Braybrook.
He played as a defender for most of his career, but also spent some time on the wing.
Merrington was a member of Footscray's 1967 and 1970 night premierships.
After retiring he continued serving the club as a recruiter and was their Football Manager during the 1990s.
He had a son, Andrew Merrington, who played for Carlton.
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