Bert Thornley
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, 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. He finished his playing career at Preston Football Club in the Victorian Football Association (VFA) before becoming the coach of Torquay. See also 1966 Hobart Carnival 1970 VFL Grand Final References External links Gilbert Thomas "Bert" Thornley, at WAFL Footy Facts Gilbert Thomas "Bert" Thornley, at The VFA Project Blueseum profile 1942 births Australian rules footballers from Western Australia East Fremantle Football Club players Carlton Football Club players Carlton Football Club premiership players Preston Football Club (VFA) players Living people VFL/AFL premiership players