Jess Kennedy | |||
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Kennedy in June 2019 | |||
Personal information | |||
Full name | Jessica Kennedy | ||
Date of birth | 12 July 1990 | ||
Original team(s) | Bendigo (VFL Women's) | ||
Draft | 2016 free agent: Carlton | ||
Debut | Round 1, 2017, Carlton vs. Collingwood, at Ikon Park | ||
Height | 165 cm (5 ft 5 in) | ||
Position(s) | Midfielder | ||
Playing career1 | |||
Years | Club | Games (Goals) | |
2017 | Carlton | 4 (0) | |
1 Playing statistics correct to the end of 2017. | |||
Career highlights | |||
VFLW
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Source: AustralianFootball.com |
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