Bill Hyland
Garnet William Cooper 'Bill' Hyland (1908-1972) was an Australian rugby league player who played in the 1930s.
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| Full name | Garnet William Cooper Hyland | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Born | 1908 Moree, New South Wales | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Died | 20 December 1972 Mudgee, New South Wales | |||||||||||||||||||||
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| Position | Second-row, Prop | |||||||||||||||||||||
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Career
Hyland came to St. George from Mudgee, New South Wales in 1930. He played four seasons with the club between 1930-1933, and played in the 1930 Grand Final. He used the name of Bill and Charlie whilst in Sydney but preferred to be known by his nickname Blue.[2] [3]
Death
Hyland died in Mudgee, New South Wales in 1972.
Hyland seated 2nd row, 3rd from right in Saints' 1930 side
References
- "Charlie Hyland - Career Stats & Summary - Rugby League Project". Rugbyleagueproject.org.
- Alan Whiticker/Glen Hudson: Encyclopedia of Rugby League Players, 1995. (ISBN 1875169571)
- Mudgee Guardian: "Mystery Player Un-earthed. 'Blue' Hyland in Limelight." 31/7/1930 (page 22)
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