Career
He mainly played as a full back and was well known for his long throw from throw-insurance Bradley started his career with Manchester City, although he did not join them on full-time terms until he was 21 due to studying for a degree. He did not make any league appearances for City but captained the reserves.
He spent the closing stages of 1979-1980 on loan at Bury, who he joined permanently in the summer of 1981.
The following summer he moved to Chester, who had just been relegated to the Fourth Division. Despite his versatility, Bradley was released at the end of the season and joined non-league side Mossley.
After just 11 games he moved on after being refused a pay rise and later played for Witton Albion, Colwyn Bay and Chester based side Christleton, where he became player-manager. Away from football he has managed a children"s home in Wrexham.
Noel Bradley has two children.