Australian Football

A highly accomplished all round footballer, Charles Chapman was a key figure in Fitzroy teams between 1924 and 1931, during which time he played 104 VFL games, and kicked 161 goals. Strong overhead, relentlessly determined, and a fine kick, he played much of his football for the Maroons as a follower, but was also a fine centre half forward when required. Some idea of the high esteem in which he was held can be gauged from the fact that he was selected to represent the 'Big V' no fewer than 10 times during his career. Chapman captained the Roys in 1929, and was the club's top goal-kicker the following year with 46 goals.

Author - John Devaney