Paul Barnard

Actor

BIOGRAPHY

Paul Barnard (born 13 February 1973) is a former Australian rules footballer who played from 1994 until 2003.Originally from East Perth, where he played 29 games from 1992–93, Barnards first two seasons of AFL were spent with Hawthorn. After managing only 11 games he came to Essendon as part of a trade with Paul Salmon. He played as a utility and earned a reputation as a hard, physical player. He kicked four goals in Essendons grand final win over Melbourne in 2000.At the end of the 2003 season Barnard knew that his body had enough of the physical battering of the rugged playing style that had earned his reputation for his toughness.

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