Triple premiership player and former Brisbane Lions Co-Captain, Chris Johnson has been appointed to the Board of the Brisbane Lions.
Johnson replaces long serving director, Ross Thornton, who passed away in April this year.
Lions Chairman, Andrew Wellington said Chris brings a wealth of on field and off field experience to the Lions Board.
“Chris has been around the club for nearly three decades and has a great connection with Fitzroy and pride in the club’s Victorian heritage.
"He’s worn the Fitzroy guernsey on 59 occasions and was a key part of the triple Premiership success running out in Lions colours following the merger for a further 205 games.
“He has served the game in a variety of roles through his work in the AFL and has terrific knowledge of our talent pathways and community football.
“With his understanding of our club, our history and his experiences outside of football I know he will be an asset to the Board and club for years to come.
Johnson said he was excited by the opportunity to continue his association with the Lions.
"Being appointed a Director for the Lions is a real full circle moment for me.
“From being drafted to Fitzroy and playing my first game at age 17, to being a part of the team that achieved the three peat, the club has been a huge part of my life.
“So to now be involved as a director is a new challenge and a role I’m really looking forward to.”
Chris Johnson Bio
- 3 x Brisbane Premiership Player 2001, 2002, 2003
- 2 x All Australian 2002, 2004
- Brisbane Lions Co-Captain 2007
- Indigenous Team of the Century
- International Rules Series 02,03,05
- AFL Rising Star nominee 1994
