Andrew_Gowers_(footballer)

Andrew Gowers (footballer)

Andrew Gowers (footballer)

Australian rules footballer

Andrew Gowers (born 11 April 1969) is a former Australian rules footballer who played for Hawthorn, Brisbane Bears and Brisbane Lions in the wing position. Gowers played in Hawthorn's 1991 AFL Grand Final victory. Andrew is the son of Trevor Gowers who played 24 senior games for Richmond between 1964 and 1966.[1]

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A former Xavier College student, he was part of their 1st XVIII in 1986 that won both the Associated Public Schools premiership, as well as the coveted Herald Shield Cup.

Football administration

On 16 December 2013, Gowers, was appointed to the Hawthorn Football Club board. He will take on the role of Football Director.[2]

Gowers was elected as the president of the Hawthorn Football Club by its members on 13 December 2022.[3]

Family

Andrew's son Billy Gowers played 33 games for the Western Bulldogs between 2018 and 2020. Andrew's father Trevor Gowers played 24 games for Richmond between 1964 and 1966.

References

  1. [1]
    Holmesby, Russell; Main, Jim (2002). The Encyclopedia of AFL Footballers: every AFL/VFL player since 1897 (4th ed.). Melbourne, Victoria: Crown Content. p. 237. ISBN 1-74095-001-1.
  2. [2]
    "Hawks add two to Board".
  3. [3]
    "Election results announced".


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