Gilbert Thomas 'Bert' Thornley (born 3 September 1942) is a former Australian rules footballer who played with Carlton in the VFL.

Football

Thornley, a defender who could kick with both feet, was recruited to Carlton from East Fremantle Football Club in the Western Australian Football League,[1] and made his VFL debut during the 1967 season.

Selected as a resting forward-pocket rover, Thornley played in the 1970 VFL Grand Final. He was replaced, at half-time, by eventual match hero Ted Hopkins.[2]

He finished his playing career at Preston Football Club in the Victorian Football Association (VFA) before becoming the coach of Torquay.

See also

References

  1. ^ Beames, P., "Flying Trip Pays Off, Carlton signs Three WA Stars", The Age, (Monday, 26 June 1967), p.24.
  2. ^ Lane, Tim; Dignity, especially in defeat, the real mark of a man
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