Wirangu/Kokatha/Guburn Man, father of five (Lewis, Billy, Alice, Maggie & Little Eddie), partner to Anna Scullie, AFL footballer and children's book Author.
Renowned for his flair on the football field, Eddie has played over 300 games of Australian Rules for both Carlton and the Adelaide Football Club. Eddie’s finesse in the forward line is undeniable, having kicked over 600 goals in his career to date.
With many accolades to his name Eddie has been named in the All Australian Team three times, AFL life membership, won AFL goal of the year three times, played for Australia in the International Rules Series on numerous occasions, represented the Indigenous All Stars, been inducted as a Life Member at the Carlton Football Club and awarded runner-up in the Club Champion at both Carlton in 2012 and Adelaide in 2016.
Eddie is passionate about facilitating change in Australia - throughout schools, kindergartens, workplaces and organizations. Eddie provides incredible leadership and consultation with Anti-Racism concepts and presentations to support your organisation in becoming a culturally safe space for all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People.
An incredible role model both on and off the football field, Eddie loves nothing more than being a father and spending time with his family.