George Jerram

George Jerram was a remarkably versatile tall who established himself as one of the VFL's premier utilities shortly after arriving from Queenscliff. Capable of holding down a key position in the ruck, on a half-forward flank, or in the back pocket, he made an immediate impact at Geelong. His standing in the game rose rapidly, earning selection for Victoria in the 1927 Melbourne Carnival in just his second season—a year in which he also finished equal sixth in the Brownlow Medal count. Despite missing out on the Cats' 1925 premiership by a single season, he was a vital component of their lineup during the late 1920s.

In 1930, Jerram crossed to North Melbourne, becoming a pillar of reliability for the struggling Shinboners during the Great Depression. He proved to be an incredibly durable recruit, not missing a single game in his first two seasons at Arden Street. Renowned for his fairness as much as his flexibility, he played 144 VFL games without ever being reported by the umpires, balancing his football career with his duties as a policeman. After six seasons with North, he extended his career in the VFA, eventually captain-coaching Williamstown.