About Fred Woolley
Lived 1880 – 1955 (aged 74–75). Fred Woolley was a British rugby league player.
Frederick Woolley (5 March 1880 – 17 January 1955) was an Australian rugby league footballer who played in the 1900s and 1910s. He played for Balmain and represented in 1909.
Background Woolley played rugby union with Northern Districts, Glebe and Balmain before switching codes to join Balmain in 1908.
Playing career Woolley was a foundation player for Balmain and played in the club's first ever season which was also the first season of Rugby League in Australia.
In 1909, Woolley was selected to play for Australia, New South Wales and Metropolis.
Woolley played with Balmain until 1910, at which time he returned to Newcastle.
Woolley was the uncle of Australian Rugby League Hall of Fame inductee Wally Prigg.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Fred Woolley?
Australian rugby league footballer
When was Fred Woolley born?
Fred Woolley was born in 1880 in Sydney.
When did Fred Woolley die?
Fred Woolley died in 1955.
What was Fred Woolley's occupation?
Fred Woolley was a rugby league player.
What nationality was Fred Woolley?
Fred Woolley was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Fred Woolley. https://biography.guide/fred-woolley/
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