Tod Collins
Essendon · “Tod”
AFL career
91 games23 goals
- Debut
- R1 1897 v GEE8 May 1897
- Most recent
- SR3 1903 v SME29 Aug 1903
Stats
Bio
Arriving from Ballarat, Tod Collins was a foundational pillar for Essendon who bridged the gap between the club's VFA era and the inaugural VFL season of 1897. A formidable defender known for his commanding aerial presence, he possessed a high mark that consistently intercepted rival attacks across the half-back line. His leadership was instrumental during a dominant period for the club, resulting in two premierships and seeing him appointed captain for the 1901 flag triumph. After representing Victoria multiple times and battling a significant leg injury sustained in state colours, he eventually departed the league to captain Preston.
Profile
- Born
- 30 Jan 1876
- Died
- 24 Aug 1942 (aged 66y 206d)
- Birthplace
- Hobart, TAS
- Deathplace
- Malvern, VIC
Teams
Honours
- Premiership1901
- Essendon captain(2×) 1901, 1902
Bio
1 revisionArriving from Ballarat, Tod Collins was a foundational pillar for Essendon who bridged the gap between the club's VFA era and the inaugural VFL season of 1897. A formidable defender known for his commanding aerial presence, he possessed a high mark that consistently intercepted rival attacks across the half-back line. His leadership was instrumental during a dominant period for the club, resulting in two premierships and seeing him appointed captain for the 1901 flag triumph. After representing Victoria multiple times and battling a significant leg injury sustained in state colours, he eventually departed the league to captain Preston.