Justin McCarthy (footballer)


Justin McCarthy was an Australian rules footballer who played for Carlton and Essendon in the VFL before and after the First World War.
McCarthy played with Essendon during their 'Mosquito Fleet' era and was one of their taller players at 182 cm. He was used as a centre half forward, having his best season in 1923 when he kicked 23 goals including two in Essendon's grand final win over Fitzroy.