Marc Dragicevic | |||
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Personal information | |||
Date of birth | 30 March 1981 | ||
Original team(s) | Geelong Falcons | ||
Debut | Richmond | ||
Height | 180 cm (5 ft 11 in) | ||
Weight | 76 kg (168 lb) | ||
Playing career1 | |||
Years | Club | Games (Goals) | |
1999–2004 | Richmond | 48 (24) | |
1 Playing statistics correct to the end of 2004. | |||
Career highlights | |||
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Sources: AFL Tables, AustralianFootball.com |
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