Jim Demetriou


James "Jim" Demetriou is a former Australian rules football player. He later worked as a lawyer and set up the charity Sports Without Borders.

Biography

Demetriou was born to Tony and Chrysi Demetriou in 1955. His father was an immigrant from Cyprus who ran a fish and chips shop. His brother Andrew Demetriou was CEO of the Australian Football League.

Playing career

Demetriou played nine matches for in the Victorian Football League in 1975 and 1976.
During a match against in 1976 he broke his leg after tripping on a sprinkler, ending his top level career.