As part of our celebration of 100 years of the Phelan Medal, each week we\u2019re spotlighting a past Phelan Medallist and their contribution to AFL Sydney history.<\/p>\n
Football Background<\/p>\n
Full Name: Tony Quinn<\/p>\n
Nickname: Quinny<\/p>\n
Playing Position\/s: Midfield \/ Half Back Flank<\/p>\n
Playing Status: Retired<\/p>\n
Phelan Medal Receipt Year\/s: 1993<\/p>\n
Years playing in Sydney: 14<\/p>\n
Sydney Senior Club\/s: St George Dragons<\/p>\n
Sydney Junior Club\/s: Sutherland<\/p>\n
Pocket Profile Questions<\/p>\n
\u00a0Toughest Opponent in Sydney?<\/p>\n
Over 14 years you come across a large number of quality opponents. A few standouts were David Batty from North Shore, Rod Podbury from Bankstown\/Campbelltown, Grant Bartholomeaus when at Wests and Chris O\u2019Dwyer from Easts.<\/p>\n
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What did winning a Phelan Medal\/s mean to you?<\/p>\n
It was a great thrill and an acknowledgement that you could play the game a bit.<\/p>\n
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What impact did winning a Phelan Medal have on your playing career?\u00a0<\/p>\n
It was a reminder that without 20 mates out there each week it\u2019s hard to perform.<\/p>\n
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What is your most memorable moment from your career in Sydney?\u00a0<\/p>\n
1993 Premiership. Broke a 29 year drought for the Dragons.<\/p>\n
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Did you have any pre-game superstitions or routines?<\/p>\n
Socks down, jumper out.<\/p>\n
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What is the best advice you received as a player and from who?\u00a0<\/p>\n
When you get the footy, run and take them on from Coach Barts. Also make sure you duck at the right time as it was needed to remain upright!!<\/p>\n
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What would be one piece of advice for young players coming into AFL Sydney?<\/p>\n
Embrace your club environment and enjoy the time as it can go by pretty quick.<\/p>\n
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If retired, what do you miss most about footy?<\/p>\n
Comradeship and the first 1\/2 hour after a big win with your team mates.<\/p>\n
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