Stan Morris
Richmond
AFL career
52 games4 goals
- Debut
- R3 1919 v MEL17 May 1919
- Most recent
- R13 1922 v GEE5 Aug 1922
Stats
Bio
Recruited from VFA club Hawthorn as a mature-age debutant in 1919, Stan Morris wasted little time establishing himself in Richmond's lineup during the club's breakthrough era. A versatile operator who rotated between the wing and the back pocket, Morris was renowned for his toughness and a surprising turn of speed that allowed him to shut down opponents and launch counter-attacks. He played a pivotal role in the Tigers' rise to power, featuring in the 1919 Grand Final loss before tasting ultimate glory as a member of the historic 1920 Premiership side that secured the club's first VFL flag. His consistent form was quickly recognised with Victorian state selection, solidifying his status as a reliable performer before his career wound up after four impressive seasons at Punt Road.
Profile
- Born
- 01 Oct 1893
- Died
- 03 Dec 1948 (aged 55y 63d)
- Birthplace
- East Melbourne, VIC
- Deathplace
- Hawthorn, VIC
- Height
- 170 cm
- Weight
- 66 kg
Teams
Honours
- Premiership1920
Bio
1 revisionRecruited from VFA club Hawthorn as a mature-age debutant in 1919, Stan Morris wasted little time establishing himself in Richmond's lineup during the club's breakthrough era. A versatile operator who rotated between the wing and the back pocket, Morris was renowned for his toughness and a surprising turn of speed that allowed him to shut down opponents and launch counter-attacks. He played a pivotal role in the Tigers' rise to power, featuring in the 1919 Grand Final loss before tasting ultimate glory as a member of the historic 1920 Premiership side that secured the club's first VFL flag. His consistent form was quickly recognised with Victorian state selection, solidifying his status as a reliable performer before his career wound up after four impressive seasons at Punt Road.