Career Achievements

One of the most awe-inspiring careers in modern-day football, Mark Ricciuto played for the Adelaide Football Club from 1992 to 2007. It was his tenacious work ethic and sheer natural talent that captured some of the most esteemed awards and honours surrounding the sport of AFL.

With 312 games under his belt for the Adelaide Crows, Ricciuto kicked a staggering 292 goals. During this time, he achieved numerous career highlights and achievements. Some of which include:

  • AFL Hall of Fame inductee (2011)
  • Brownlow Medallist (2003)
  • Premiership Player (1998, defeating North Melbourne)
  • All-Australian Team (1994, 1997, 1998, 2000, 2002, 2003, 2004 & 2005)
  • All-Australian Captain (2004 & 2005)
  • Adelaide Crows Captain (2001-2007)

Ricciuto also accomplished remarkable achievements within the Adelaide Football Club, including:

  • AFC Captain (2001 to 2007)
  • 142 games as Adelaide Captain (an AFC record)
  • AFC Malcolm Blight Medal Recipient (Best & Fairest) (1998, 2003 & 2004)
  • Leading Goalkicker for Adelaide Crows (2006)

Other Career Highlights:

  • Player to have reached 300 AFL games in the shortest period of time (i.e. in 13 years and 82 days)
  • Second youngest player ever to have reached 300 AFL games (i.e. 31 years and 44 days)