John Dowling (footballer)
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| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Birth | April 8, 1909, |
| Recruited from | |
| Height and weight | 174 cm / 75 kg |
| Playing career¹ | |
| Debut | 1927, North Melbourne vs. , at |
| Team(s) | North Melbourne (1927-31)
Footscray (1932-33)
Total - 66 Games, 108 Goals |
| ¹ Statistics to end of 1933 season | |
| Career highlights | |
John Dowling (born April 8, 1909) was an Australian rules footballer who played for North Melbourne and Footscray in the VFL.
Dowling played with North Melbourne between 1927 and 1931, topping their goalkicking in the 1929 season. He finished his VFL career at Footscray and midway through his second season with the club was picked up by Brunswick in the VFA who were struggling and sought experienced players. Dowling won the VFA Medal in 1934 and was joint winner the following season. He was a member of the club's 1938 premiership side.
