Don Cordner
Don Cordner
Donald Pruen Cordner (21 January 1922 – 13 May 2009) was an Australian rules footballer who played with the Melbourne Football Club in the Victorian Football League (VFL). He is notable for winning the Brownlow Medal in 1946 and for being part of a famous footballing family.
Early Life
Don Cordner was born in Diamond Creek, Victoria, and was educated at Scotch College, Melbourne. He later attended the University of Melbourne, where he studied medicine. His father, Ted Cordner, and his brothers, Denis, Ted Jr., and John, also played for Melbourne, making the Cordners one of the most famous families in VFL/AFL history.
Football Career
Cordner made his debut for the Melbourne Football Club in 1941. He played primarily as a ruckman and was known for his athleticism and skill. During his career, he played 166 games and kicked 46 goals.
In 1946, Cordner won the Brownlow Medal, awarded to the best and fairest player in the VFL. He was also a key player in Melbourne's premiership teams of 1941 and 1948. Cordner served as the captain of Melbourne from 1948 to 1950.
Medical Career
After retiring from football, Cordner pursued a career in medicine. He became a respected orthopedic surgeon and contributed significantly to the field. His medical career was as distinguished as his football career, and he remained involved with the Melbourne Football Club in various capacities.
Legacy
Don Cordner is remembered as one of the greats of the Melbourne Football Club and the VFL/AFL. His contributions to both football and medicine have left a lasting legacy. In 2000, he was named in Melbourne's Team of the Century, and he was inducted into the Australian Football Hall of Fame in 2005.
Personal Life
Cordner married and had children, continuing the family's strong ties to both football and medicine. He passed away on 13 May 2009, leaving behind a legacy of excellence in both his sporting and professional careers.
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