Australian Football

Bill Carkeek was a useful rover and crumbing forward (to use today's terminology) who spent most of his career in the VFA with Richmond. In 1903 he joined Essendon where he played 26 VFL games and kicked eight goals in just over two seasons. In 1905 he returned to Richmond and was a key contributor from a half forward flank as the side convincingly defeated minor premier North Melbourne in both the Final and Challenge Final to secure a second VFA pennant. Carkeek had also been a regular member of the Richmond team that won the 1902 flag which was based on ladder positions at the conclusion of the home and away matches.

Carkeek played first class cricket for Victoria for over ten seasons, mainly as a wicket keeper, and played six tests for Australia during the 1912 triangular tournament in England. 

Author - John Devaney