Robert Mathews (26 August 1912 – 14 April 1989) was an Australian rules footballer who played with North Melbourne and Essendon in the Victorian Football League (VFL).[1]

Mathews was a back pocket defender, but started as a forward and topped North Melbourne's goal-kicking in the 1930 VFL season, with 29 goals. He switched clubs in 1935, joining Essendon, but would only make two appearances for the club.[2] After leaving Essendon he played for La Mascotte.[3]

Mathews later served in the Royal Australian Air Force during the later part of World War II.[4]

References

  1. ^ Holmesby, Russell; Main, Jim (2007). The Encyclopedia Of AFL Footballers. BAS Publishing. ISBN 978-1-920910-78-5.
  2. ^ AFL Tables: Bob Mathews
  3. ^ "Mathews, Bob". Essendon F.C. Website. Archived from the original on 26 March 2012.
  4. ^ "World War II Roll: Robert Mathews". Department of Veterans Affairs.


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