Percy Johnson (footballer, born 1930)

Percival Clyde Johnson (8 October 1930 – 27 December 2014) was an Australian rules footballer who played with North Melbourne in the Victorian Football League (VFL) during the 1950s.

For West Australian footballer, see Percy Johnson.

Percy Johnson
Personal information
Full name Percival Clyde Johnson
Date of birth (1930-10-08)8 October 1930
Date of death 27 December 2014(2014-12-27) (aged 84)[1]
Debut 1951, North Melbourne
Height 173 cm (5 ft 8 in)
Weight 73 kg (161 lb)
Playing career1
Years Club Games (Goals)
1951–55 North Melbourne 52 (4)
1 Playing statistics correct to the end of 1955.
Sources: AFL Tables, AustralianFootball.com

A wingman or rover, Johnson was known for his pace and aggression.[2]

In 1956 he commenced training with Fitzroy but did not play a senior VFL game for them.[3]

References
  1. "Tribute:Percival Clyde Johnson". Herald Sun.
  2. "Johnson chosen NORTH SHOCK PUTS 'KICK' IN DEFENCE". The Argus. Melbourne. 3 September 1954. p. 26. Retrieved 5 January 2012 – via National Library of Australia.
  3. "Fitzroy star will watch". The Argus. Melbourne. 9 April 1956. p. 20. Retrieved 5 January 2012 – via National Library of Australia.


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