Jimmy Brailey
# Jimmy Brailey

James Albert Brailey (1919-1981) was an Australian rugby league footballer who played in the 1940s.

## Background

Brailey was born in Marrickville, New South Wales on 10 October 1919.

## Playing career

Brailey came through the Newtown junior ranks to become a first grade player for Newtown as a hooker. He played seven seasons with Newtown between 1940–1947.

Brailey won a premiership with the club in 1943 and was a member of the team that were runners up in 1944. He was a part of a formidable forward pack which included legendary players including Frank Farrell, Gordon MacLennan, Chicka Cahill and Herb Narvo.

Brailey died on 14 January 1981, aged 61.

