George Weatherill
Richmond
AFL career
53 games5 goals
- Debut
- R1 1919 v ESS3 May 1919
- Most recent
- R16 1923 v GEE1 Sept 1923
Stats
Bio
Recruited from Camberwell Juniors, George Weatherill was a sturdy defender who became a fixture in the Richmond backline during the club's early powerhouse years. Standing 183cm—a significant height for a back-pocket of that era—he used his frame to shut down opposition forwards and provide stability in defence. His career highlight came as a member of the 1921 premiership side, helping the Tigers secure the second of their back-to-back flags, and his consistent form was further recognised with Victorian state selection in 1922. One of three brothers to represent the club alongside Harry and Robert, Weatherill remained a reliable contributor until his final game in 1923.
Profile
- Born
- 23 May 1900
- Died
- 27 Feb 1986 (aged 85y 280d)
- Birthplace
- Kew, VIC
- Deathplace
- Bulleen, VIC
- Height
- 183 cm
- Weight
- 81 kg
Teams
Honours
- Premiership1921
Family
- Brother:Bob Weatherill, Harry Weatherill
Bio
1 revisionRecruited from Camberwell Juniors, George Weatherill was a sturdy defender who became a fixture in the Richmond backline during the club's early powerhouse years. Standing 183cm—a significant height for a back-pocket of that era—he used his frame to shut down opposition forwards and provide stability in defence. His career highlight came as a member of the 1921 premiership side, helping the Tigers secure the second of their back-to-back flags, and his consistent form was further recognised with Victorian state selection in 1922. One of three brothers to represent the club alongside Harry and Robert, Weatherill remained a reliable contributor until his final game in 1923.