Noel Bradley

Noel Bradley (17 December 1957 – 17 July 2018) was an Irish footballer who played in the Football League for Bury and Chester. He mainly played as a full back and was well known for his long throw from throw-ins.

Early life He was born in Donegal, Ireland on 17 December 1957. At a young age, he moved to England with his family.

He played football for his school teams as a child, he was offered a trial at Manchester United academy but his parents declined so he could study for a degree and he instead became a ball boy for the club.

Playing career In the early 1970s, he had a trial at Stoke City but did not join the club due to his studies.

Bradley started his career with Manchester City, although he did not join them on full-time terms until he was 21 due to studying for a degree. and later played for Witton Albion, Colwyn Bay and Chester based side Christleton, where he became player-manager. Away from football he has managed a children's home in Wrexham. Noel Bradley had two children.

Bradley died on 17 July 2018