Ern Jenkins
Fitzroy
AFL career
182 games16 goals
- Debut
- R1 1897 v CAR8 May 1897
- Most recent
- R9 1910 v SME25 June 1910
Coaching career
18 games6 wins12 losses0 draws
- First
- R1 1913 v GEE26 Apr 1913
- Most recent
- R18 1913 v UNI30 Aug 1913
Stats
Bio
A foundational figure for Fitzroy, Ern Jenkins was a key component of the Maroons' lineup from the VFL's inception in 1897. Operating primarily as a dashing defender, he was renowned for his pace and anticipation, often launching counter-attacks from the backline in an era where positional play was largely static. Jenkins played a pivotal role in Fitzroy's early dynasty, featuring in the premiership sides of 1898, 1899, and 1905, while establishing himself as one of the league's most reliable backmen.
His longevity and consistency were historic; Jenkins holds the distinction of being the first player in VFL history to reach the 100-game milestone, a testament to his durability in a physically uncompromising era. He captained the club during the 1906 and 1907 seasons before retiring in 1910 having played his entire career at Brunswick Street. His contribution to the game extended beyond his playing days, as he later served as a VFL goal umpire, notably officiating in the 1913 Grand Final.
Profile
- Born
- 04 Oct 1879
- Died
- 21 Dec 1927 (aged 48y 78d)
- Birthplace
- Collingwood, VIC
- Deathplace
- Fitzroy, VIC
Teams
Coaching
- Richmond (Senior Coach)191318 games (W6 L12 D0), 33.3%
Honours
- Premiership(3×) 1899, 1904, 1905
- Fitzroy captain(2×) 1906, 1907
Bio
1 revisionA foundational figure for Fitzroy, Ern Jenkins was a key component of the Maroons' lineup from the VFL's inception in 1897. Operating primarily as a dashing defender, he was renowned for his pace and anticipation, often launching counter-attacks from the backline in an era where positional play was largely static. Jenkins played a pivotal role in Fitzroy's early dynasty, featuring in the premiership sides of 1898, 1899, and 1905, while establishing himself as one of the league's most reliable backmen.
His longevity and consistency were historic; Jenkins holds the distinction of being the first player in VFL history to reach the 100-game milestone, a testament to his durability in a physically uncompromising era. He captained the club during the 1906 and 1907 seasons before retiring in 1910 having played his entire career at Brunswick Street. His contribution to the game extended beyond his playing days, as he later served as a VFL goal umpire, notably officiating in the 1913 Grand Final.