Bernie SMITH
1948-58, 183 games, 3 goals
There is no doubt about the speed of Bernie Smith’s stab kick when it connects properly. One dazzling pass in the last quarter almost bowled Davis over, and Davis is no midget. Geelong Advertiser, 1951 He has been an idol of football followers whether supporters or opponents of the Geelong Club, and was one whose clever and resourceful play was always generously applauded by supporters of the game. Geelong Advertiser, April 1958
Post War Era
Smith was the first back-pocket to win a Brownlow and was famous for his terrific judgment and clearing dashes out of defence. Prepared to take risks, he often turned defence into attack. Smith won the club best and fairest award in 1951 and 1956,...
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