Kelvin Matthews

Kelvin Matthews (born 15 December 1953) is a former Australian rules footballer. He is the brother of Leigh Matthews, whom he played with at Hawthorn. Kelvin was a centreman and was a member of the Hawks' 1976 premiership side.

Kelvin Matthews
Personal information
Full name	Kelvin Matthews
Date of birth	(1953-12-15) 15 December 1953 (age 71)
Original team(s)	Chelsea
Height	179 cm (5 ft 10 in)
Weight	94 kg (207 lb)
Position(s)	Centre
Playing career1
Years	Club	Games (Goals)
1972–1978	Hawthorn	097 0(99)
1978–1982	Geelong	058 0(70)
Total		155 (169)
1 Playing statistics correct to the end of 1982.
Career highlights
1976 premiership player 1974 Victorian state team
Sources: AFL Tables, AustralianFootball.com

Slightly smaller than his brother, Kelvin was heavier and skilful enough to represent Victoria in an interstate game in 1974.

In a match against Fitzroy in 1977, Kelvin kicked eight goals and Leigh six.

Kelvin also did Aussie Rules coaching sessions in the Riverina township of Ganmain in the 1970s.^{[citation needed]}

External links

• Kelvin Matthews's playing statistics from AFL Tables