About Tom Dowling
Lived 1907 – 1969 (aged 61–62). Tom Dowling was an Australian rugby league player.
Tom Dowling (1907–1969) was an Australian professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1930s. He played in the New South Wales Rugby Football League premiership for the Eastern Suburbs club.
Playing career Dowling was a fullback in the champion Eastern Suburbs sides of the 1930s.
Dowling played 67 matches for the club in the years (1933–37).
Dowling won premierships with the club in 1935, 1936 and 1937 as well as being a runner up in the 1934 premiership decider. The fullback is recognised as the 224th player to wear the red, white and blue of Eastern Suburbs. Dowling was a very fine goal-kicker, scoring 1 try and 60 goals during his five seasons at Easts.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Tom Dowling?
Australian rugby league player
When was Tom Dowling born?
Tom Dowling was born in 1907.
When did Tom Dowling die?
Tom Dowling died in 1969.
What was Tom Dowling's occupation?
Tom Dowling was a rugby league player.
What nationality was Tom Dowling?
Tom Dowling was Australian.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Tom Dowling (rugby league)
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