About Ted Wildie
Lived 1906 – 1987 (aged 81). Ted Wildie was an australian rules football player.
Edwin "Ted" Wildie (30 January 1906 – 14 October 1987) was an Australian rules footballer who played with South Melbourne in the Victorian Football League (VFL).
Career Wildie was a locally recruited player, from CYMS Football Association club Port CYMS. Beginning in the South Melbourne second eighteen, Wildie played a VFL seconds grand final in 1927, which South Melbourne lost to Carlton.
In the 1929 VFL season he got his opportunity when he came into the side for South Melbourne's round eight fixture. A defender, he showed promise on debut and remained in the team for the remainder of the season, for a total of 11 games. He was described as having a great dash from the back pocket.
The following year he found himself back in the South Melbourne seconds and didn't feature again in the seniors.
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Who was Ted Wildie?
Australian rules footballer
When was Ted Wildie born?
Ted Wildie was born on 30 January 1906.
When did Ted Wildie die?
Ted Wildie died on 14 October 1987.
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Ted Wildie was an australian rules football player.
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