John O'Neill (Australian rules footballer)

John O'Neill
Personal information
Date of birth (1935-08-30)30 August 1935
Original team(s) Warrnambool
Height / weight 174 cm / 72 kg
Playing career1
Years Club Games (Goals)
1954–1962 Geelong 136 (20)
1 Playing statistics correct to the end of 1962.

John O'Neill (born 30 August 1935) is a former Australian rules footballer who played with Geelong in the VFL.

O'Neill usually played as a wingman or half forward flanker and was often one of his sides biggest disposal getters. He won a Carji Greeves Medal in 1958 for Geelong's best and fairest player and represented Victoria four times in interstate matches during his career. He also captained five games for Geelong and after he retired, he became the assistant coach of the club.


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