Career
Born in Hamilton to Francis William Stewart and Margaret Mary Gilchrist Laidlaw, Stewart joined Hawthorn from Ararat at the commencement of the 1926 VFL season. Equally at home across half back or in the ruck, Stewart was renowned for his ability to bring down high-flying marks seemingly regardless of the risk. He represented Victoria on 5 occasions.
In 1936, Stewart became playing-coach of the Hawthorn seconds.
