David Smorgon
David Smorgon (born 8 May 1947) is an Australian businessman. He is most noted for holding the presidency of the Western Bulldogs, an Australian rules football club in the Australian Football League (AFL). He has been a passionate supporter of the club since his youth and held the position of president from 1996 to 2012.
He was educated at Brighton Grammar.
Personal life
Smorgon's wife Roslyn died from cancer on Sunday 27 January 2008 aged 58.[1]
His cousin is Graham Smorgon, former Smorgon Steel chairman and former president of the Carlton Football Club.
References
| Sporting positions | ||
|---|---|---|
| Preceded by Peter Gordon |
Western Bulldogs president 1996—2012 |
Succeeded by Peter Gordon |
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