1. Josh Clayton was born on 17 January 1996 and is a former professional Australian rules footballer who played for the Brisbane Lions in the Australian Football League.
10 Facts About Josh Clayton
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Josh Clayton is the son of former Fitzroy player and Gold Coast list manager, Scott Clayton, and was drafted under the father-son rule.
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Josh Clayton played in a number of different positions, usually as a forward or midfielder and averaged 21.9 disposals per match in the TAC Cup.
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In 2016, Josh Clayton played mainly across half-forward, but had many stints across half-back throughout the season.
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Josh Clayton averaged 19 disposals per game in the NEAFL, but in the two AFL games he played as a half-forward he only managed a combined total of 12 disposals.
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Josh Clayton was delisted at the conclusion of the 2017 season.
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Josh Clayton is a versatile player, who throughout his career played in the forward line, midfield and in defence.
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Josh Clayton had good aerial skills and lateral movement, allowing him to easily move through traffic in the midfield.
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Josh Clayton showed prowess as a forward with his fast and smart leading.
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Josh Clayton's father is Scott Josh Clayton, who played 160 games for Fitzroy and worked as Gold Coast's list manager.