Brian Sampson (footballer)

Brian Sampson
Personal information
Birth 15 February 1941
Height and weight 192 cm / 85 kg
Playing career¹
Team(s)

Essendon (1959-66)

  • 100 games, 45 goals
¹ Statistics to end of 1966 season

Brian Sampson (born 15 February 1941) is a former Australian rules footballer who played for Essendon in the VFL.

Sampson played in many positions during his time at Essendon and was particularly strong in the air. He debuted in 1959 and finished the year in their losing Grand Final side. His career was constantly interrupted by knee injuries but he was a member of Essendon's 1962 and 1965 premierships. In the 1965 decider he played in the forward pocket and contributed two goals.

He joined WANFL club West Perth in 1967 and played 50 games, including a premiership in 1969. During his time in Western Australia he represented their interstate team.

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