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Wilfred Williams (rugby league)

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Wilfred Williams
Personal information
Full nameWilfred Williams
Born (1960-07-10) 10 July 1960 (age 64)
Cowra, New South Wales, Australia
Playing information
PositionCentre, Wing
Club
Years Team Pld T G FG P
1985 Eastern Suburbs 7 1 0 0 4
1986 Western Suburbs 22 1 0 0 4
1987 St. George Dragons 17 2 0 0 8
Total 46 4 0 0 16
Representative
Years Team Pld T G FG P
1984 NSW Country 1 0 0 0 0
Source: [1]
As of 30 December 2022

Wilfred Williams is an Australian former professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1980s. He played for Eastern Suburbs, Western Suburbs and St. George and in the NSWRL competition.

Background

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Williams is the father of former rugby league player Joe Williams.

Playing career

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In 1984, Williams represented NSW Country against NSW City. Williams made his first grade debut for Eastern Suburbs in round 1 of the 1985 NSWRL season against arch rivals South Sydney. Williams played from the bench in a 34-16 loss. In 1986, Williams signed for Western Suburbs and made 22 appearances as the club finished second last on the table. Williams played one final season in the NSWRL with St. George in 1987.[2][3][4][5]

References

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  1. ^ "Wilfred Williams - Career Stats & Summary - Rugby League Project". www.rugbyleagueproject.org. Retrieved 30 December 2022.
  2. ^ Alan Whiticker/Glen Hudson: The Encyclopedia of Rugby League Players. (1995 edition) ISBN 1875169571
  3. ^ "Western Suburbs first grade players". www.westsmagpies.com.au.
  4. ^ "Williams - a familiar name in Cowra's grand finals". www.cowraguardian.com.au.
  5. ^ "Club Player Honour Roll". www.roosters.com.au.