Career
Oaten, a full-forward from Melton, topped South Melbourne"s goal-kicking in 1958 and 1960, with 34 and 39 goals respectively. He kicked his career high six goals in a game on three occasions, including twice in a row to end the 1961 VFL season. In 1960, he represented the VFL"s interstate team when they lost to Tasmania for the time ever.
