Bill Hyland Explained

Bill Hyland
Fullname:Garnet William Cooper Hyland
Birth Date:1908
Birth Place:Moree, New South Wales, Australia
Death Date:20 December
Death Place:Mudgee, New South Wales, Australia
Retired:yes
Club1:St. George
Year1start:1930
Year1end:33
Appearances1:48
Tries1:4
Goals1:47
Fieldgoals1:0
Points1:108
Updated:13 June 2019
Source:[1]

Garnet William Cooper Hyland (1908–1972) was an Australian rugby league player who played in the 1930s.

Career

Hyland came to St. George from Mudgee, New South Wales in 1930. He played four seasons with the club between 1930 and 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.

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Charlie Hyland – Career Stats & Summary – Rugby League Project. Rugbyleagueproject.org.
  2. Alan Whiticker/Glen Hudson: Encyclopedia of Rugby League Players, 1995.
  3. Mudgee Guardian: "Mystery Player Un-earthed. 'Blue' Hyland in Limelight." 31/7/1930 (page 22)