Chris Laird

Career

Laird spent five seasons with South Melbourne and is best known for his performance in the 1918 VFL Grand Final. Earlier in the season, Laird kicked three goals in the last five minutes of the match to help South Melbourne defeat Carlton Football Club.

Achievements

• Playing in the forward pocket, Laird kicked three goals in the match including the match winner in the final minute when he soccered the ball through for a goal.