Background
The son of Bruce Rattray (?-1932), Gordon Kitchener Rattray was born on 19 October 1898 at Shepparton.
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Gordon Rattray
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Education
He was educated at Wesley College.
Career
He was the first to use the torpedo punt. A half forward flanker, Rattray debuted for Fitzroy in 1917 but his progress was stalled when he missed the following season due to military service. In 1923 he became club captain and led them to the Grand Final which they lost to Essendon.
He left Fitzroy after the 1924 season and joined Brighton in the VFA as a playing coach and twice took the club to the decider.
In 1928 he returned to Fitzroy and played what would be his final season, as captain-coach. During his career he represented Victoria at interstate football 5 times.
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December 8, 1964 (aged 66)