Sydney Swans should definitely own this.
Bob Deas was a smallish forward (180 cm) who kicked 29 goals in his debut season and 26 the following year. He shifted back to defence later on in his career.
Bob Deas - Wikipedia
Australian Football - Bob Deas - Player Bio
Swans were minor premiers in 1909 and went on to win their first premiership. Beat Carlton in the Grand Final by two points after losing to them twice during home and away games.
1909 VFL Grand Final - Wikipedia
Swans were minor premiers in 1909 and went on to win their first OF THREE VFL premierships.
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