About Bill Telford
Lived 1905 – 1998 (aged 92). Bill Telford was a New Zealand rugby league player.
Bill "Snow" Telford was a New Zealand rugby league player and coach who coached his country several times, including in the 1957 World Cup.
Playing career Telford played for the Richmond club in the Auckland Rugby League competition.
In 1928 Telford played for Glebe in the NSWRL Premiership.
Coaching career In 1948 Telford managed the Auckland side for coach Stan Prentice.
He advised the West Coast when they travelled to Auckland in 1960.
His second spell as head coach of the Kiwis was between 1961 and 1963 and included the 1961 tour of Great Britain and France and the 1963 tour of Australia.
Telford's final spell as head coach came in 1965 when he led the tour of Great Britain and France. Telford finished his New Zealand coaching career with 8 Test victories, 3 draws and 17 losses.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Bill Telford?
New Zealand rugby league footballer and coach
When was Bill Telford born?
Bill Telford was born on 5 November 1905 in New Zealand.
When did Bill Telford die?
Bill Telford died on 25 September 1998.
What was Bill Telford's occupation?
Bill Telford was a rugby league player.
What nationality was Bill Telford?
Bill Telford was New Zealand.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Bill Telford. https://biography.guide/bill-telford/
MLA: "Bill Telford." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/bill-telford/.
Chicago: "Bill Telford." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/bill-telford/.
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