Tony Hughes (footballer)
Tony Hughes (born 12 March 1963) is a former Australian rules footballer who played with the Sydney Swans in the Victorian Football League (VFL).[1] CareerHughes, recruited to Sydney from Albury, kicked two goals on his debut, against Essendon in the 11th round of the 1984 VFL season.[2][3][4] He played again the following week against Melbourne, a 97-point loss, then lost his spot in the team and didn't make any more appearances that season.[5][6] In 1985 he played four games for Sydney, from rounds 12 to 15.[5] This included a 22 disposal game when Sydney defeated Richmond at the SCG, for which he received a Brownlow Medal vote.[7][8] Coach John Northey singled out Hughes's effort playing on Maurice Rioli as the highlight of the win.[9] References
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