Bill Milroy
Carlton and North Melbourne
AFL career
97 games50 goals
- Debut
- R2 1950 v CAR29 Apr 1950
- Most recent
- R18 1956 v FSC18 Aug 1956
Stats
Bio
Recruited from Terang in western Victoria, Bill Milroy began his VFL journey with North Melbourne but managed just seven games before crossing to Carlton midway through the 1951 season. The move proved pivotal, as he quickly established himself at Princes Park as a rugged and competitive ruckman who relied on dogged determination and physical effort rather than silken skills. Standing 189cm, he became a structural pillar for the Blues, frequently resting in the forward line where he proved to be a capable marking target and goal-kicker. Milroy’s wholehearted approach endeared him to the Carlton faithful and the match committee alike, culminating in his victory in the club's 1954 Best and Fairest count and his appointment as vice-captain the following year.
Profile
- Born
- 24 Oct 1929
- Died
- 21 June 1992 (aged 62y 241d)
- Birthplace
- Carlton, VIC
- Height
- 189 cm
- Weight
- 90 kg
Teams
Honours
- Carlton B&F1954
Bio
1 revisionRecruited from Terang in western Victoria, Bill Milroy began his VFL journey with North Melbourne but managed just seven games before crossing to Carlton midway through the 1951 season. The move proved pivotal, as he quickly established himself at Princes Park as a rugged and competitive ruckman who relied on dogged determination and physical effort rather than silken skills. Standing 189cm, he became a structural pillar for the Blues, frequently resting in the forward line where he proved to be a capable marking target and goal-kicker. Milroy’s wholehearted approach endeared him to the Carlton faithful and the match committee alike, culminating in his victory in the club's 1954 Best and Fairest count and his appointment as vice-captain the following year.