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