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Key Facts

Full name
Clarence Scrutton

Known as
Clarrie Scrutton

Born
26 March 1899

Place of birth
Terowie, SA (5421)

Died
24 September 1982 (aged 83)

Place of death
Adelaide, SA (5001)

Senior clubs
Sturt

State of origin
SA

Family links
Stan Scrutton (Brother)Gordon Scrutton (Brother)

Clarrie Scrutton


ClubLeagueCareer spanGamesGoalsAvgWin %AKIAHBAMKBV
SturtSANFL1922-192911170.06
Total1922-192911170.06

A brilliant, fleet-footed wingman, Clarrie Scrutton was one of three brothers to play for Sturt during the 1920s, and arguably the best of them. Between 1922 and 1929 he played a total of 111 senior games and booted seven goals. His 8 interstate appearances for South Australia included many noteworthy performances. A vital member of the Double Blues’ 1926 Challenge Final win over North Adelaide, Scrutton’s value to the club is emphasised by his achievement in winning its best and fairest award on three occasions, in 1925, 1926 and 1928. Clarrie Scrutton was included on a wing in Sturt’s official ‘Team of the Twentieth Century’.

Author - John Devaney

Sources

Full Points Footy's SA Football Companion

Footnotes

* Behinds calculated from the 1965 season on.
+ Score at the end of extra time.