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Michael Close

Full-forward
2014 - 2017
Brisbane Lions
Michael Close, a seasoned Australian rules footballer, had a remarkable career playing for the Brisbane Lions in the Australian Football League (AFL). Born on July 30, 1994, Close showcased his talent and skills on the field as a full-forward for the Lions. Having been drafted at No. 32 in the 2012 national draft, Close stood tall at an impressive height of 197 cm (6 ft 6 in) and weighed 98 kg (216 lb). His journey in the AFL began in 2014 and spanned until 2017, during which he left a lasting impact with his exceptional gameplay and dedication to the sport. Close's roots in the game can be traced back to his time with the North Ballarat Rebels in the TAC Cup, where he honed his abilities and laid the foundation for his professional career. Throughout his tenure with the Brisbane Lions, Close's contributions on the field were instrumental in driving the team towards success. Despite his retirement from professional football, Michael Close's legacy continues to inspire aspiring players and fans alike. His passion for the game and unwavering commitment serve as a testament to his enduring impact on Australian rules football.

Season Stats:

2017 2016 2015 2014
Total
Avg
# AFL
AFL Leader
Lions
Max
%
#
Max
%
Sum
% Sum
Played In
10
-
409
25
40%
21
22
45%
-
-
Goals
8
0.8
212
73
11%
12
34
24%
276
3%
Behinds
3
0.3
324
60
5%
15
27
11%
177
2%
Assists
5
0.5
267
33
15%
13
19
26%
192
3%
Disposals
89
8.9
490
825
11%
30
526
17%
8003
1%
Kicks
64
6.4
440
479
13%
26
341
19%
4501
1%
Handballs
25
2.5
540
482
5%
33
238
11%
3502
1%
Marks
35
3.5
411
199
18%
24
138
25%
2067
2%
Tackles
27
2.7
401
186
15%
19
147
18%
1367
2%
Hitouts
17
1.7
70
996
2%
4
770
2%
890
2%
Clearances
3
0.3
469
172
2%
28
127
2%
803
0%
Frees For
17
1.7
158
70
24%
10
39
44%
446
4%
Frees Against
14
1.4
224
59
24%
12
34
41%
399
4%
Total
Avg
# AFL
Max
%
#
Max
%
Sum
% Sum
AFL Leader
Lions

All Season Stats (2014-2017)

Games Played
Total 27
Goals
Total 24
Avg 0.9
Behinds
Total 7
Avg 0.3
Assists
Total 6
Avg 0.2
Disposals
Total 195
Avg 7.2
Kicks
Total 124
Avg 4.6
Handballs
Total 71
Avg 2.6
Kicks% - Handballs%
Total 64% - 36%
Marks
Total 76
Avg 2.8
Tackles
Total 71
Avg 2.6
Hitouts
Total 36
Avg 1.3
Clearances
Total 5
Avg 0.2
Frees For
Total 21
Avg 0.8
Frees Against
Total 23
Avg 0.9

Michael Close - Career Statistics - Total (since 2011)

Michael Close - Career Statistics - Average (since 2011)

Michael Close - Opponent - Total (since 2011)

Here is the comprehensive section on Total Statistics Against Opponents. This detailed segment provides an in-depth look at Michael Close' performances, encapsulating their wins, losses, and games played. Additionally, it meticulously documents key metrics such as Disposals, Kicks, Handballs, Marks, Goals, Behinds, Tackles, Hitouts, Clearances, Frees For, and Frees Against.

Michael Close - Opponent - Average (since 2011)

Here is the comprehensive section on Average Statistics Against Opponents. This detailed segment provides an in-depth look at Michael Close' performances, encapsulating their wins, losses, and games played. Additionally, it meticulously documents key metrics such as Disposals, Kicks, Handballs, Marks, Goals, Behinds, Tackles, Hitouts, Clearances, Frees For, and Frees Against.

Michael Close - Games Log

Here you'll find a detailed player performance game log across various seasons, opponents, and rounds. This section is designed with precision, allowing for sorting and deep dives into key statistics like Disposals, Kicks, Handballs, Marks, Goals, Behinds, Tackles, Hitouts, Clearances, Frees For, and Frees Against for each game.

Michael Close - Statistical Charts By Round

This section is specifically designed to offer an in-depth look at player performances across various key metrics such as Disposals, Kicks, Handballs, Marks, Goals, Behinds, Tackles, Hitouts, Clearances, Frees For, and Frees Against. Here, you will find meticulously compiled charts that not only highlight individual player statistics for each round of the AFL season but also compare these figures against the round leaders and team leaders in each respective category. This comprehensive analysis allows you to gauge the performance of Michael Close in the context of their team and the league as a whole.