Kelvin Matthews Explained

Kelvin Matthews
Fullname:Kelvin Matthews
Birth Date:15 December 1953
Originalteam:Chelsea
Height:179 cm
Weight:94 kg
Position:Centre
Statsend:1982
Years1:1972–1978
Games Goals1:97 (99)
Years2:1978–1982
Games Goals2:58 (70)
Games Goalstotal:155 (169)
Careerhighlights:
  • 1976 premiership player
  • 1974 Victorian state team

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.

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.