A strong and reliable defender, Gibson originally played for the Oakleigh Chargers before joining Port Melbourne in the VFL. He was rookie listed by North Melbourne in 2006 and quickly made his mark before being promoted for the first round clash against Port Adelaide. He went on to play ten games for the season. In 2007, Gibson suffered a serious injury which almost prematurely brought an end to his football career. He missed 12 matches before making a remarkable comeback just in time for North Melbourne's finals campaign. In just his third game back the number 38 was able to shut down dangerous Hawthorn forward Lance Franklin and help his team into a Preliminary Final. The following year he would become a regular in the Kangaroos team, missing just three games and shoring up a spot in North's best 22. Dean Laidley put the pressure on Gibson to lift in the early part of 2009, and he responded in the best possible way. He produced the most consistent season of his career and enjoyed a different role swapping through the midfield as the Roos looked for a winning formula. He averaged 17 possessions a game and earned best afield honours in the win over Port Adelaide in Round 22. Darren Crocker 2009 review: Gibbo's really strong down back but we always knew he could play there. When I took over, I experimented with playing him through the midfield. He learnt a hell of a lot about himself and his football in a few of those games, having to play on the better midfielders for the opposition. Eventually, he'll just settle back into a defensive role. It's nice to know you've got the flexibility that he can actually go onball with a (Matthew) Pavlich or (Adam) Goodes-type player if they start forward and try to shake him by going into the midfield. He's got a good engine and at no stage does Josh look like he's labouring.
Draft history: 2005 rookie elevation (North Melbourne)First game for North Melbourne: Round 1, 2006 v Port AdelaideBrownlow Medal: 4 career votesPlayer Sponsors: Peninsula Supporter Group
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The Josh Gibson deal means North Melbourne has five of the top 41 picks in the 2009 NAB AFL DraftMonday, October 05, 2009 - 11:05AM
The North Melbourne Football Club has traded Josh Gibson to Hawthorn.Monday, October 05, 2009 - 9:56AM
New coach Brad Scott says it will be best for the club to trade Josh GibsonFriday, October 02, 2009 - 11:09PM
JOSH Gibson remains a wanted man at North Melbourne, but midfielders Sam Power, Daniel Harris and Matt Riggio will be traded if deals can be struck during next Thursday, October 01, 2009 - 8:37AM
Josh Gibson is still required at North Melbourne and new coach Brad Scott expects him to be there in 2010Wednesday, September 16, 2009 - 4:48PM
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New Game, New Era - Be part of the journey in 2010 by calling 1300 KANGAS or visit kangaroos.com.au.Tuesday, March 02, 2010 - 4:45PM
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View all the highlights from the last match between North Melbourne and Port Adelaide, in Round 7 of this year.Thursday, August 27, 2009 - 12:56PM
Look back at how the Roo prepared for his trip to Perth to tackle the EaglesThursday, August 20, 2009 - 2:18PM
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