Michael Gayfer
Australian rules footballer
Michael "Mick" Gayfer (born 17 August 1965) is a former Australian rules footballer who played for Collingwood in the Australian Football League (AFL).
Career
Gayfer played for Collingwood, primarily as a defender, debuting in Round 1 of the 1986 season, and playing a total of 142 games at the level, concluding his career at the end of the 1993 season. On 11 March 2015, Gayfer was inducted into Collingwood's Hall of Fame alongside the rest of the 1990 premiership team.
Personal life
Gayfer's nephew, Sam, a key forward from Vic Metro, is a draft prospect at the upcoming 2026 AFL national draft.
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