Howard Okey
Australian rules footballer, born 1906
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Howard Clement Okey (12 February 1906 – 3 March 1985)[1] was an Australian rules footballer who played for Essendon in the VFL.[2]
Fullname
Howard Clement Okey
Born
12 February 1906
Kensington, Victoria
Kensington, Victoria
Died
3 March 1985 (aged 79)
Strathmore, Victoria
Strathmore, Victoria
Original team
West Melbourne Juniors
| Howard Okey | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal information | |||
| Full name | Howard Clement Okey | ||
| Born |
12 February 1906 Kensington, Victoria | ||
| Died |
3 March 1985 (aged 79) Strathmore, Victoria | ||
| Original team | West Melbourne Juniors | ||
| Height | 177 cm (5 ft 10 in) | ||
| Weight | 69 kg (152 lb) | ||
| Playing career1 | |||
| Years | Club | Games (Goals) | |
| 1928–1934 | Essendon | 109 (52) | |
|
1 Playing statistics correct to the end of 1934. | |||
| Sources: AFL Tables, AustralianFootball.com | |||
Okey was a pacy centreman, winning Essendon's Best and Fairest award in 1929. He also represented Victoria at interstate football three times during his career.
