George Bisset (footballer)


George Bisset is a former Australian rules footballer.

Footscray

He played as a rover and spent most of his career at Footscray.

1969 Brownlow Medal

In 1969, Bisset came second to Fitzroy's Kevin Murray by one vote.
Bisset had been reported for striking Carlton's Ian Robertson during the 12 July 1969 match against Carlton; and, although evidence was given that Bisset had punched Robertson at least six times, the charge against Bisset was not sustained.
As a result of being reported, Bisset was not eligible to receive Brownlow votes for that match; and, given that he had more than 30 "disposals" and had kicked 6 goals, it was very likely that he would have received, at least, one vote.

Team of the Century

He is a half forward in Footscray's official Team of the Century.

Collingwood

Moving to Collingwood in 1973 under the short-lived VFL's "10-year rule", which allowed players with ten years' service at one club to move to another club without a clearance, Bisset played 41 games in two seasons and kicked 49 goals.

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