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Frederick Clifford Elliott

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Frederick Clifford Elliott

Personal information

Full name

Frederick Clifford Elliott

Nickname(s)

Pompey

Date of birth

7 April 1879

Place of birth

Carlton, Victoria

Date of death

3 August 1960 (aged 81)

Place of death

Mount Gambier, South Australia

Original team(s)

Melbourne Football Club

Height

177 cm (5 ft 10 in)

Weight

82 kg (181 lb)

Position(s)

Follower

Playing career

Years

Club

Games (Goals)


1899

Melbourne (VFL)

12 (4)


1900–01

Carlton (VFL)

34 (7)


1902

North Fremantle (WAFA)

-- (-)


1903–11

Carlton (VFL)

163 (79)


1912

Footscray (VFA)

1 (0)


Total


210 (90)


Coaching career

Years

Club

Games (W–L–D)


1909–1911

Carlton

47 (34–11–2)


1 Playing statistics correct to the end of 1911.

3 Coaching statistics correct as of 1911.

Career highlights

  • Carlton premiership player (1906, 1908)


Discover Footballer Fred Elliott’s remarkable journey from facing familial challenges to becoming a revered figure in Australian football. He captained Carlton and even led Moonee Ponds to three consecutive league championships. Known for his emphasis on discipline and teamwork, Elliott reshaped coaching with innovative techniques, achieving a remarkable 70% win rate in his career. His profound influence extended beyond the field, impacting players both professionally and personally.

Early Life

Born in Carlton, Fred Elliott’s early life was marked by familial challenges that shaped his journey to becoming a prominent footballer and respected community figure in Moonee Ponds. Fred’s father passed away shortly after his birth, leading his mother to marry Frederick Giddons Anson Elliott, whose surname Fred adopted.

In 1906, Fred married Florence May Windsor, and the couple had four daughters, settling in Moonee Ponds. Despite these early adversities, Fred’s determination and resilience propelled him towards success both on and off the football field.

His upbringing instilled in him values of perseverance and hard work, which contributed to his standing as a revered individual in the community.

Playing Career

Fred Elliott’s illustrious journey as a footballer began with his debut for Melbourne in 1899 against St Kilda, marking the start of a remarkable playing career across different clubs.

  • Debuted for Melbourne in 1899 against St Kilda.

  • Played for Carlton and North Fremantle.

  • Became Carlton’s captain in 1908.

  • Retired in 1911 after reaching 200 VFL games.

  • Played a single game for Footscray in the 1912 VFA Grand Final.

Coaching Career

Throughout his post-playing years, Elliott moved into a coaching role, guiding aspiring footballers with his wealth of experience and tactical acumen. His coaching style was known for its emphasis on discipline, teamwork, and strategic thinking.

Elliott’s ability to analyze games and provide constructive feedback helped shape the skills of many young players under his tutelage. He instilled in them the importance of hard work and dedication, drawing from his own career as a player.

Elliott’s coaching career was marked by a passion for developing talent and a commitment to nurturing the next generation of football stars. His influence extended beyond the field, with many players crediting him for their success both on and off the pitch.

Coaching Stats

In his coaching career, Fred Elliott achieved a remarkable win rate of over 70% across various levels of football leagues.

  • Led Moonee Ponds to three consecutive league championships.

  • Coached Carlton Reserves to an undefeated season in 1920.

  • Guided North Fremantle to their first-ever grand final appearance.

  • Mentored young talent at local football clinics.

  • Implemented innovative training techniques focusing on teamwork and strategy.

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