About John Reilly
Born 1942. John Reilly is an Australian australian rules football player.
John Arthur Reilly (born 11 January 1942) is a former Australian rules footballer who played with Carlton Football Club then Footscray in the Victorian Football League.
Originally from South Fremantle, he returned to play for them in 1970 and played in their West Australian Football League premiership winning side. He is the son of former South Fremantle ruckman Jack "Corp" Reilly and the elder brother of Graeme Reilly, who played alongside John in the 1970 premiership. Graeme died of a brain tumour in February 1975, aged 28, after collapsing at training during the 1974 season.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is John Reilly?
Australian footballer
When was John Reilly born?
John Reilly was born on 11 January 1942 in East Fremantle.
What is John Reilly's occupation?
John Reilly is an australian rules football player.
What nationality is John Reilly?
John Reilly is Australian.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Reilly (Australian footballer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John Reilly. https://biography.guide/john-reilly/
MLA: "John Reilly." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/john-reilly/.
Chicago: "John Reilly." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/john-reilly/.
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