About Allan Woods
Lived 1906 – 1968 (aged 61–62). Allan Woods was an Australian rugby league player.
Allan Jack 'Stumpy' Woods (1906–1968) was an Australian rugby league footballer who played during the 1930s.
Career
Allan Woods was born in Manly, New South Wales, on 20 July 1906. He is remembered as a second-row forward who played for the St George Dragons for three seasons, between 1930 and 1933, including his appearance in the 1933 Grand Final. Woods retired from rugby league following that match.
War service
Stumpy Woods was also a World War II veteran, enlisting in 1941. He joined the 28th Australian Works Company, and attained the rank of Sergeant.
Allan 'Stumpy' Woods died on 4 April 1968, at the aged of 61.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Allan Woods?
Australian rugby league footballer
When was Allan Woods born?
Allan Woods was born in 1906 in Manly.
When did Allan Woods die?
Allan Woods died in 1968 in Sans Souci.
What was Allan Woods's occupation?
Allan Woods was a rugby league player.
What nationality was Allan Woods?
Allan Woods was Australian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Allan Woods. https://biography.guide/allan-woods/
MLA: "Allan Woods." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/allan-woods/.
Chicago: "Allan Woods." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/allan-woods/.
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