About Horrie Riley
Lived 1902 – 1970 (aged 67). Horrie Riley was an australian rules football player.
Horrie Riley (10 September 1902 – 8 February 1970) was an Australian rules footballer who played with Sturt in the SAFL.
Football Despite being one of the smaller players in the league, Victorian born Horrie Riley was particularly strong in the air.
He won the 1923 Magarey Medal, was a member of Sturt's premiership side in 1926 and represented South Australia 20 times at interstate football.
When he retired he 1930 he had played a total of 122 games.
Riley has a place in the back pocket in Sturt's official 'Team of the Century'.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Horrie Riley?
Australian footballer (1902-1970)
When was Horrie Riley born?
Horrie Riley was born on 10 September 1902 in Melbourne.
When did Horrie Riley die?
Horrie Riley died on 8 February 1970 in Kangaroo Island.
What was Horrie Riley's occupation?
Horrie Riley was an australian rules football player.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Horrie Riley. https://biography.guide/horrie-riley/
MLA: "Horrie Riley." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/horrie-riley/.
Chicago: "Horrie Riley." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/horrie-riley/.
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