Karney could play as either a centreman or rover and first appeared for West Torrens in 1919.
In 1921 he performed well in the Magarey Medal count, finishing equal first but missing out after the umpires conferred to decide on just one winner.
Over his career he represented South Australia at interstate football on eight occasions, the first in his debut season.
He was a member of West Torrens' inaugural premiership side in 1924; he was as vice-captain and coach.
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