The former Geelong player poured some beers and spent some time with “country folk” at the club’s sportsmans’ luncheon.

Mildura Club’s secretary-manager Brad Fox said tickets sold in a flash for the controversial star’s meet and greet, in which he spoke about life as a AFL player.

The event aimed to raise $6000 to maintain the club.

“Sam’s very controversial, he’s been a great footballer in his time, his personal life is controversial and that’s what these days are all about,” Mr Fox said.

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