Career
He joined Shamrock Rovers in 1958 and made his debut in a League of Ireland Shield game on 27 September 1959. He played against Valencia CF, Saskatchewan Rapid Wien, Real Zaragoza and Football Club Bayern Munich amongst others He represented the League of Ireland 4 times between 1962 and 1967 and was also an amateur cap.
Courtney shared a testimonial with John Keogh (football player) in May 1967.
He left Glenmalure Park at the end of the 1970/71 season., 1966/67.
