Brandon Jack

Brandon Jack

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Brandon Jack is a former Australian rules footballer who played for the Sydney Swans in the AFL and is now an accomplished author. Born into a prominent sporting family with a father who was a rugby league legend and an older brother who also excelled in AFL, Brandon's own career was marked by challenges and ultimately led him to explore his passion for writing. His first book, a memoir titled '28', reflects on his experiences in the AFL, while his latest work, 'Pissants', delves into the lives of players navigating the complexities of professional football. Jack is known for his candid exploration of themes such as failure, vulnerability, and masculinity, and he continues to pursue writing while also contributing to the creative industry.

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Brandon Jack is a former AFL player and the author of the novel Pissants.

Pissants by Brandon Jack review – is this novel a critique or a celebration of toxic masculinity? Even it isn’t sure | Australian books
The Guardian·United KingdomUnited Kingdom· 2025-08-04
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Brandon Jack played 28 AFL games over five seasons for the Sydney Swans and has just published his second book.

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The Sydney Morning Herald·AustraliaAustralia· 2025-07-21
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Former Sydney Swans player Brandon Jack penned an acclaimed memoir, 28, which exposed life in the AFL machine.

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The Sydney Morning Herald·AustraliaAustralia· 2025-07-20
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Brandon Jack is a former Sydney Swans footballer turned novelist.

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The Sydney Morning Herald·AustraliaAustralia· 2025-07-12
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Brandon Jack is a former AFL player who has transitioned into an author with two books to his credit.

Former AFL player Brandon Jack’s new book Pissants
The Sydney Morning Herald·AustraliaAustralia· 2025-07-12
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