About Bill Nettlefold
Born 1953. Bill Nettlefold is an Australian australian rules football player.
William Sydney Nettlefold (born 24 April 1953) is a former Australian rules footballer who played with Richmond, North Melbourne and Melbourne in the Victorian Football League (VFL).
Nettlefold spent time in most positions during his career but was used mainly as a ruck-rover. He started at Richmond before moving on to North Melbourne where he came off the bench in their victorious 1977 Grand Final. In 1980 he crossed to Melbourne and remained there for three seasons to bring his final VFL tally to exactly 100 games.
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Who is Bill Nettlefold?
Australian rules footballer
When was Bill Nettlefold born?
Bill Nettlefold was born on 24 April 1953 in Hobart.
What is Bill Nettlefold's occupation?
Bill Nettlefold is an australian rules football player.
What nationality is Bill Nettlefold?
Bill Nettlefold is Australian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Bill Nettlefold. https://biography.guide/bill-nettlefold/
MLA: "Bill Nettlefold." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/bill-nettlefold/.
Chicago: "Bill Nettlefold." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/bill-nettlefold/.
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