Edward Burnicle (1890–1931) was an Australian

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footballer who played in the 1910s and 1920s.

Playing career

Born at

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to parents Henry and Elizabeth Burnicle, Burnicle played for Balmain for four years between 1915 and 1918, and he also played one season for Western Suburbs in 1921. The highlight of his career was winning a premiership with Balmain, playing prop forward in the 1916 Grand Final. He also played for Balmain when the club won the premiership in 1915 and 1917.

Death

Burnicle died on 18 February 1931, at

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as a result of an accident.Sydney Morning Herald: Death Notice: 19/2/1931

References

1890 births 1931 deaths Balmain Tigers players Australian rugby league players Rugby league props Rugby league players from Sydney Western Suburbs Magpies players {{Australia-rugbyleague-bio-1890s-stub