Luke Williams | |||
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Personal information | |||
Date of birth | 29 December 1979 | ||
Original team(s) | St Kevins/Oakleigh U18 | ||
Debut | Round 17, 23 July 1999 , Melbourne vs. St Kilda, at Melbourne Cricket Ground | ||
Playing career1 | |||
Years | Club | Games (Goals) | |
1999–2005 | Melbourne | 51 (10) | |
1 Playing statistics correct to the end of 2005. | |||
Sources: AFL Tables, AustralianFootball.com |
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At the end of 2005, Melbourne decided to delist Williams.
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