Ray Stehr
Rugby league player and coach, Australia
Born
January 24th, 1913
112 years ago
Died
June 2nd, 1983
42 years ago — 70 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Australia
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This individual was an Australian rugby league player and coach. Stehr played as a forward for the Western Suburbs Magpies in the New South Wales Rugby League (NSWRL) during the 1930s and 1940s. He represented New South Wales and was selected to play for Australia in international competitions. After retiring from playing, Stehr transitioned into coaching, taking the helm of the Western Suburbs team in the 1960s. Under his guidance, the team saw notable success in the league.
Played for Western Suburbs Magpies
Represented Australia in rugby league
Coached Western Suburbs Magpies
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