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Bruce Claridge is a well known former footy player and coach in the Bendigo area of Victoria and currently works in a player welfare role in the country areas of his state. His connection and passion for AFL India came from his vision to provide players and officials in his area with a positive alternative to the traditional “end of footy season trip”. He now annually leads teams to India to assist promote Aussie Rules .