AFL Brownlow Medal: Past Winners & History

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The Brownlow Medal is the Australian Football League's (AFL) most prestigious individual award, given to the "fairest and best" player during the regular season. Decided by votes from the umpires after each game, it's an honor steeped in history and tradition.

A History of Excellence

The Brownlow Medal has been awarded since 1924, originally by the Victorian Football League (VFL), which later became the AFL. Named after Charles Brownlow, a former Geelong Football Club secretary, the medal recognizes not just skill but also sportsmanship and fair play. — EastEnders: Who Is Lily Slater's Father?

Key Moments in Brownlow History

  • 1924: The inaugural Brownlow Medal was awarded to Edward 'Carji' Greeves of the Geelong Football Club.
  • 1989: The first tie in Brownlow history, between Gerard Healy and Paul Salmon.
  • 2003: Adam Goodes was the first Indigenous Australian to win the Brownlow Medal.

Notable Brownlow Winners

Several players have etched their names into Brownlow history with multiple wins. Here are some of the standouts:

  • Dick Reynolds: Three-time winner (1934, 1937, 1938).
  • Haydn Bunton Sr.: Three-time winner (1931, 1932, 1935).
  • Bob Skilton: Three-time winner (1959, 1963, 1968).
  • Ian Stewart: Three-time winner (1965, 1966, 1971).
  • Michael Voss: One of the players with the highest number of votes in a single season.

Club Representation

Some clubs have a richer history with the Brownlow Medal than others. Here are a few clubs with a significant number of Brownlow Medalists: — Aaron Judge's Historic Home Run Chase: Record And Highlights

  • Essendon
  • Carlton
  • Collingwood

How the Brownlow Medal is Awarded

Umpires award votes on a 3-2-1 basis after each game, with 3 votes going to the player they deem best on ground, 2 to the second best, and 1 to the third. These votes are tallied throughout the season, and the player with the most votes wins the Brownlow Medal. Players suspended during the season are ineligible to win, regardless of their total votes.

The Brownlow Medal night is a highlight of the AFL calendar, a celebration of individual brilliance and a testament to the enduring appeal of Australian Rules football. — Parisian Flower Nail Art: Chic Designs & Trends

Further Reading: To explore the complete list of winners and learn more about the Brownlow Medal, visit the official AFL website.