Arthur Edwards (footballer)

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For the former Fitzroy player, see Arthur "Titch" Edwards.
Arthur Edwards
Personal Info
Birth June 4, 1934,
Recruited from
Height/Weight 185cm / 79.5kg
Playing Career¹
Debut Round 7, June 9, 1951, Footscray vs. South Melbourne, at Lake Oval
Team(s) Footscray (1951-1960)

120 games, 26 goals

¹ Statistics to end of 2005 season
Career Highlights

Arthur Edwards (June 4, 1934—May 2006) was a former Australian rules footballer in the Victorian Football League.

Debuting in 1951 with the Footscray Football Club soon after he turned 17, Edwards stood at 185cm tall and was a fine ruckman in a period when the club had such tall men as Dave Bryden.

Noted for his ruckwork and strong marking skills, Edwards rested in the backline. His career highlight was playing in the Bulldogs' 1954 premiership side.

Edwards passed away in May, 2006.