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David Edward 'Davey' Boyd (16 August 1927 – 15 December 2017) was an Australian rules footballer who played with Port Adelaide in the South Australian National Football League (...

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David Edward 'Davey' Boyd (16 August 1927 – 15 December 2017) was an Australian rules footballer who played with Port Adelaide in the South Australian National Football League (SANFL).[1][2]

Port Adelaide

Boyd was a key member of the strong Port Adelaide side of the 1950s, playing in seven premiership sides.

He made his debut in 1948 and although he started as a forward he soon developed into a centreman, the position that he would play the majority of his career in. He was a Magarey Medallist in 1956 and a regular interstate representative for South Australia, appearing in three carnivals. He finished his career in 1960 after playing a total of 222 games for Port Adelaide.[3]

Personal life

Boyd's sons Greg and Russell also played for Port Adelaide.

Honours

He is a half forward flanker in Port Adelaide's official 'Greatest Team' from 1870 to 2000.

References

  1. ↑"Dave E Boyd". SANFL. Retrieved 16 June 2014.
  2. ↑"Port Adelaide great Dave Boyd dies at age 90". www.adelaidenow.com.au. 17 December 2017. Retrieved 20 December 2017.
  3. ↑"Vale Dave Boyd 1927 to 2017". portadelaidefc.com.au. 18 December 2017. Retrieved 14 November 2025.
  • Dave Boyd at AustralianFootball.com