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Vale Herb Henderson
The Western Bulldogs are mourning the loss of premiership player Herb Henderson, aged 91.
Henderson was a vital cog in the Bulldogs’ 1954 Premiership side, and was named at full back in the Club’s Team of the Century.
He was known as one of the premier defenders in the competition during the 1950s, in a career which spanned nine seasons and 130 games.
Henderson made his debut for Footscray in 1950 after arriving from Mildura Imperials, and quickly established himself as a premier defensive stopper.
He was renowned for his ability to restrict the best forwards in the game, boasting a strong record even against the likes of legendary full forward John Coleman.
The Club wishes to extend its sincere condolences to the Henderson family at this difficult time.
More of an In Bruges guy?
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One of the best, condolences to his family and friends
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Condolences to a great Footballer
FFC: Established 1883
Premierships: AFL 1954, 2016 VFA - 1898,99,1900, 1908, 1913, 1919-20, 1923-24, VFL: 2014, 2016 . Champions of Victoria 1924. AFLW - 2018.
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Vale Herb - a legend of the club
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We could do with a Champion Fullback like Herb right now.
FFC: Established 1883
Premierships: AFL 1954, 2016 VFA - 1898,99,1900, 1908, 1913, 1919-20, 1923-24, VFL: 2014, 2016 . Champions of Victoria 1924. AFLW - 2018.
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Condolences to the Henderson Family.
Herb must have been special player to curb Coleman. Wish there was more footage of this golden era and the club’s legendary players.
Are there any ‘54 players still alive?
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Valè Herb Hendersom
Sad news to record the passing of Bulldog champion, Herb Henderson. He was a superb player.
https://www.westernbulldogs.com.au/news/1187655/
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Condolences to Herbs family and friends. As BAD said we could do with a player like Herb in our side
"Footscray people are incredible people; so humble. I'm just so happy - ecstatic"
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Originally Posted by
josie
Condolences to the Henderson Family.
Herb must have been special player to curb Coleman. Wish there was more footage of this golden era and the club’s legendary players.
Are there any ‘54 players still alive?
During this era the Bulldogs had a brilliant defence which included:
B. Donald Henderson Bryden
HB. Martin Whitten Gallagher
Jim Gallagher is now the only member still living.
It was renowned for having the least number of points scored against it in a golden era for our Club.
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H.H. was shortish but had Coleman's measure.
Condolenscences to the family. Footscray premiership legend.
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Originally Posted by
Nuggety Back Pocket
During this era the Bulldogs had a brilliant defence which included:
B. Donald Henderson Bryden
HB. Martin Whitten Gallagher
Jim Gallagher is now the only member still living.
It was renowned for having the least number of points scored against it in a golden era for our Club.
Is Jim the only hero alive from the 1954 team NBP?
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Originally Posted by
Bulldog4life
Is Jim the only hero alive from the 1954 team NBP?
I think that was answered if you read carefully
FFC: Established 1883
Premierships: AFL 1954, 2016 VFA - 1898,99,1900, 1908, 1913, 1919-20, 1923-24, VFL: 2014, 2016 . Champions of Victoria 1924. AFLW - 2018.
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Originally Posted by
bornadog
I think that was answered if you read carefully
Ok I read it that he was the only member from the backline living. My bad BAD.
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Originally Posted by
BornInDroopSt'54
H.H. was shortish but had Coleman's measure.
Condolenscences to the family. Footscray premiership legend.
He is listed as 188cm which I would have thought was a decent size for a key position player back in those days?
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Originally Posted by
Bulldog4life
Is Jim the only hero alive from the 1954 team NBP?
I believe there is now 5 left
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