Australian Football

The youngest, smallest and, arguably, least talented of the four footballing Daniher brothers, Chris Daniher nevertheless performed creditably, if intermittently, at the top level for Essendon over the course of more than a decade. He had great stamina, was strong overhead, and could be used in both attacking and defensive roles. He started many games, including the Grand Finals of 1990 against Collingwood (lost) and 1993 against Carlton (won), on the interchange bench, although as his career went on he began to be accorded greater responsibility, reflecting his gradual, but very definite, improvement as a player. Between 1987 and 1997 he played a total of 124 senior games, and kicked 40 goals.

Author - John Devaney