Russell John Ohlsen (born 1 December 1955) is a former
Australian rules football
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er who played for
Carlton
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and
Collingwood in the
VFL
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during the late 1970s and early 1980s.
A utility, Ohlsen was used mostly as a ruck-rover but could also tag opposition players. After a dispute with Carlton he successfully sought a clearance and crossed to Collingwood in 1979. In Ohlsen's brief career at Collingwood he played in losing Grand Finals in his first two seasons.
References
External links
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Blueseum Profile: Russell Ohlsen
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1955 births
Living people
Australian rules footballers from Victoria (state)
Carlton Football Club players
Collingwood Football Club players
Maryborough Football Club players