Valè Tony Ongarello

[merantau]

Former Fitzroy full-forward, Tony Ongarello, passed away recently aged 89. He retired in 1960 and won the Club goal kicking 3 times.
He holds a special place in VFL/AFL history. Read on:

https://www.lions.com.au/news/1176789/vale-tony-ongarello

[merantau]

Tony Ongarello marks strongly over John Hoiles (23) and Rod Vernon (9). Herb Henderson completes the picture. Tony kicked 5 that day and the Roys had a big win - 110 - 54.

Brunswick St Oval. Round 5, 1958 Attendance 21,500.

https://images.app.goo.gl/bUYuL22Y71UTHN6bA

[Nuggety Back Pocket]

Ongarello was the last of League players to opt for the place kick due to being a terrible kick for goal. By contrast he was a magnificent high mark. Later became a very polished TV football personality.