Frank Aked snr
Footscray and Hawthorn · “Dolly”
AFL career
116 games61 goals
- Debut
- R10 1925 v COL11 July 1925
- Most recent
- R9 1933 v GEE24 June 1933
Stats
Bio
Recruited from Yarraville, Frank Aked Snr holds a distinct place in Footscray history as a member of the club's inaugural VFL side in 1925. A pacy and versatile player who primarily operated on the wing or half-forward flank, he was a consistent performer during the Bulldogs' challenging transition from the VFA into the major league. Aked possessed the ability to push forward and impact the scoreboard, serving as a reliable fixture in the lineup for eight seasons at the Western Oval.
After more than 100 games for the Bulldogs, Aked transferred to Hawthorn for the 1933 season. He played a singular year for the Mayblooms before hanging up his boots. His contribution to Footscray established a family legacy that was later continued by his son, Frank Aked Jnr, who represented the club during the 1950s.
Profile
- Born
- 25 Nov 1902
- Died
- 28 Jan 1993 (aged 90y 64d)
- Birthplace
- Geelong, VIC
- Deathplace
- Werribee, VIC
- Height
- 183 cm
- Weight
- 86 kg
Teams
Family
- Son:Frank Aked jnr
- Grandson:Allan Edwards
Bio
1 revisionRecruited from Yarraville, Frank Aked Snr holds a distinct place in Footscray history as a member of the club's inaugural VFL side in 1925. A pacy and versatile player who primarily operated on the wing or half-forward flank, he was a consistent performer during the Bulldogs' challenging transition from the VFA into the major league. Aked possessed the ability to push forward and impact the scoreboard, serving as a reliable fixture in the lineup for eight seasons at the Western Oval.
After more than 100 games for the Bulldogs, Aked transferred to Hawthorn for the 1933 season. He played a singular year for the Mayblooms before hanging up his boots. His contribution to Footscray established a family legacy that was later continued by his son, Frank Aked Jnr, who represented the club during the 1950s.