Drozena Wilfred Bannister Eden (26 November 1908 – 27 November 1973) was an Australian rules footballer who played for Port Adelaide in the South Australian National Football League (SANFL). He and his brother were of Mauritian descent. His career was cut short due to persistent leg and back injuries.[1]
| Drozena Eden | |||
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| Personal information | |||
| Full name | Drozena Wilfred Bannister Eden | ||
| Nickname(s) | Dribb | ||
| Date of birth | 26 November 1908 | ||
| Place of birth | Queenstown, South Australia | ||
| Date of death | 27 November 1973 (aged 65) | ||
| Position(s) | Defender | ||
| Playing career1 | |||
| Years | Club | Games (Goals) | |
| 1929–1936 | Port Adelaide | 73 (15) | |
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1 Playing statistics correct to the end of 1936. | |||
| Source: AustralianFootball.com | |||
Eden impressed in some Port Adelaide trial games in 1929 playing in the centre for the matches, with The Advertiser describing his playing style as "outstanding".[2]
Eden was elected practice captain for the 1935 season.[3] He enlisted for military service on 2 July 1940.[4]
References
edit- ^ "Port Adelaide ready for big week of indigenous recognition with AFL Indigenous Round, Aboriginal Power Cup". portadelaidefc.com.au. 29 May 2015. Archived from the original on 29 May 2015. Retrieved 2015-07-29.
- ^ "PORT ADELAIDE". The Advertiser. Adelaide. 10 May 1929. p. 26. Retrieved 30 July 2015 – via National Library of Australia.
- ^ "FOOTBALL". The Advertiser. Adelaide. 26 February 1935. p. 10. Retrieved 30 July 2015 – via National Library of Australia.
- ^ "Drozena Wilfred Bannister EDEN". vwma.org.au.
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