St Helens Rugby Football Club is one of the most successful and renowned clubs in English rugby league. Established in 1873, St Helens R.F.C. has been at the forefront of the sport for almost 150 years, producing champions and heroes throughout their history.
The club has won the Super League title four times in a row, a feat no other team has achieved in the competition’s history. Known for their passionate supporters and thrilling style of play, St Helens R.F.C. is a club that continues to inspire generations of fans.
1. Agnatius Paasi
Prop
Agnatius Paasi has been a standout prop for Tonga since making his debut in 2013. He has been called up to the senior Tongan squad for the 2018 World Cup.
Paasi is a powerful and physical player who can be very dangerous in the scrum. He is also a reliable ball carrier and has a good eye for the try-line.
Paasi is a key member of the Tongan team and is expected to take on a leading role at the World Cup. He is a talented player with a bright future and is sure to make an impact at international level.
Paasi is a hard-working player who is always looking to improve his game. He is a popular player with the Tongan fans and is highly regarded by his team-mates.
Paasi is a talented player with a bright future and is sure to make an impact at international level. Agnatius Paasi is a New Zealand rugby league footballer who has played for the Warriors and Gold Coast Titans in the NRL. Paasi made his NRL debut for the Warriors in Round 11 of the 2018 season.
Paasi has represented Tonga at international level and played in the 2017 Rugby League World Cup. Paasi is a hard hitter, running the ball hard and creating space for his teammates.
Paasi is contracted to the Warriors until the end of the 2020 season. Paasi is a tireless worker on the field and is always looking to improve his game.
Paasi is a popular member of the Warriors squad and is highly respected by his teammates. Paasi has been cited as a possible long-term successor to Shaun Johnson as the Warriors’ starting halfback. Paasi is a talented player and is sure to continue developing his skills in the NRL.
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2. Jim Sullivan
Jim Sullivan was a Welsh rugby union fullback who played for Cardiff and the British and Irish Lions. Sullivan was one of the most consistent fullbacks in rugby union and was a member of the British and Irish Lions squad that toured South Africa in 1974.
Sullivan also played for Wales and was a member of their 1951 and 1955 World Cup squads. Sullivan retired from playing in the late 1960s and later became a coach. Sullivan died in 1977 at the age of 73. Sullivan represented Great Britain at rugby league in the 1920s.
Sullivan played for Wigan, Bradford Northern, and Keighley. He is best known for his time at Wigan, where he played 774 games and scored 2317 points. Sullivan also represented England at rugby union. He died in 2006 at the age of 92.
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3. Sean Long
Sean Long is a former rugby league footballer who played for Wigan and the England national team. Long played as a scrum-half and stand-off for Wigan and England, and is one of the most decorated players in English rugby league history.
He has won numerous awards and accolades during his career, including a World Cup winners medal and a Super League championship medal.
Long retired from rugby league in 2013 after 14 seasons with Wigan. Long is currently the head coach of the England national rugby league team.
Long was born in Wigan, Greater Manchester, England in 1976. Long played rugby league for Wigan and England, and is one of the most decorated players in English rugby league history.
He has won numerous awards and accolades during his career, including a World Cup winners medal and a Super League championship medal. Long retired from rugby league in 2013 after 14 seasons with Wigan.
4. Keiron Cunningham
Keiron Cunningham is a professional rugby league footballer who plays for the St. Helens club. Keiron Cunningham started his career at Wigan Warriors, before moving to St.
Helens in 2002. Cunningham has represented Great Britain at international level, and has won the Challenge Cup twice with St. Helens. Cunningham is a hard-working hooker, and is considered one of the best in the league.
Cunningham has been a part of the Saints side that has reached the Grand Final twice in the last 5 years. Cunningham is married with 2 children. Cunningham is a devout Christian, and is involved with a number of charities.
Cunningham is a popular figure within the St. Helens community, and is highly respected by his team-mates and fans. Cunningham is looking to extend his playing career further, and is hoping to win another Challenge Cup with St.
5. Kel Coslett
Kel Coslett was born in Wales in 1942, and played rugby union for Aberavon and Llanelli. Coslett is best known for his full-back role in rugby union, and was a part of the Welsh national team for many years.
Coslett was inducted into the Welsh Rugby Union Hall of Fame in 1998, and was awarded an OBE in the Queen's Birthday Honours List in 2002. Coslett retired from playing in the early 1990s, and now works as a rugby coach.
Coslett is a Welsh rugby union icon, and his achievements in the sport have earned him widespread respect. Kel Coslett is one of the most decorated players in Welsh rugby union history, and his achievements will long be remembered.
Kel Coslett was a fullback, prop and second row for St. Helen's during the 1960s and 1970s. He played in four Welsh tour games in 1975, scoring 10 points on 10 kicks, 23 points in all. Kel Coslett also represented Wales in international matches.
6. Alan Prescott
Alan Prescott was a wing, prop and second row for Halifax in the 1945-49 season. He made his debut for Wigan in the 1951-52 season and played a total of 277 matches for the club.
Prescott also played for Wakefield Trinity and Warrington. He was part of the Wigan team that reached the 1958 Challenge Cup Final.
Prescott later served as player-coach for Wigan and was also the chairman of the Wigan Rugby League committee.
Prescott died on 20 September 1998 at the age of 71. He was inducted into the Wigan Hall of Fame in 2003. Prescott was a member of the Rugby League Hall of Fame.
Alan Prescott was one of the most decorated players in the history of the sport. Alan Prescott was a professional footballer who played as a defender.
Prescott was born on October 17, 1951 in St. Helens, England. Prescott started his career with St. Helens in the 1949-50 season. He played for Leigh between 1962 and 1963. Prescott then played for Walsall, Swindon, Luton, and Rochdale.
He retired from professional football in 1988. Prescott later worked as a coach for Walsall and Rochdale. He has also worked as a television pundit. Prescott was inducted into the English Football Hall of Fame in 2006.
7. Vince Karalius
Vince Karalius was a centre and second-row forward who played for St. Helens and Wigan in the 1950s and 1960s. He made his first-team debut for St. Helens in 1952 and was a key member of the club's Challenge Cup-winning side in 1962.
Karalius moved to Wigan in 1966 and helped them to win the Lancashire County Cup in 1967. He retired from playing after the 1966–67 season and eventually moved to the Isle of Man, where he died in 2008.
Karalius was a forceful and skilful centre forward who was capable of scoring tries and making important contributions in the opposition's goal-mouth.
He was an excellent ball-handler and had a good passing game, which enabled him to create opportunities for his team-mates. Karalius was a reliable and hard-working player who was never afraid to put in a physical effort in defence or attack.
He was a hard man to beat in a one-on-one match and was a dangerous tackler in the open field. Karalius was a versatile player who was able to play at centre, second-row, and loose forward, which made him extremely difficult to defend against.
8. Alex Murphy
Alex Murphy is one of the most decorated rugby players of all time, having won 50 caps for Great Britain and scoring 150 points in total. Murphy started his career with St Helens, before moving to Leigh in 1966.
Murphy was a key member of Warrington's Grand Final-winning teams of 1971 and 1975. Murphy's final year in professional rugby was with Leigh, where he helped the team to promotion to the Super League. Murphy retired from professional rugby in 1976, but continued to play for amateur clubs until 1982.
Murphy was honoured with a knighthood in the 1997 Queen's Birthday Honours for his services to rugby.
Murphy is currently the coach of the National Academy for Excellence in Rugby, and was appointed Honorary Life President of the Rugby Football Union in 2010. Murphy was named as one of the 100 Greatest Britons in 2002.
9. Tom van Vollenhoven
Tom van Vollenhoven was a wing for the South Africa national rugby union team. He played in the 1956 British and Irish Lions tour to New Zealand and was part of the team that won the test match against New Zealand.
Van Vollenhoven also played for the Springboks in their victorious tour of Australia in 1971. He is the father of rugby union player, Karel van der Merwe. Van Vollenhoven died after a long battle with dementia in 2017.
Tom van Vollenhoven was a rugby league player who represented St. Helens and Northern RL XIII. Van Vollenhoven was born in South Africa in 1957 and played rugby league for the St. Helens club in the UK from 1977 to 1988.
He is best known for scoring a try in the 1978 Challenge Cup final win against Hull F.C. Van Vollenhoven also played for Northern RL XIII and represented the team in the Challenge Cup in 1980 and 1981. He retired from rugby league in 1988 and moved to Australia.
Van Vollenhoven has since been involved in coaching and is currently the head coach of the Newcastle Knights in the National Rugby League. He was inducted into the Australian Rugby League Hall of Fame in 2007. Van Vollenhoven was born in South Africa in 1957 and played rugby league for the St.
Helens club in the UK from 1977 to 1988. He is best known for scoring a try in the 1978 Challenge Cup final win against Hull F.C.
10. Paul Sculthorpe
Paul Sculthorpe is a former English professional footballer who played as a left back. Sculthorpe was born in Burnley, Lancashire, in 1977. Sculthorpe began his career at Manchester United, but he made just one appearance for the club.
Sculthorpe then played for Blackburn Rovers, where he made over 200 appearances. Sculthorpe then joined Middlesbrough, where he played for six years. Sculthorpe then moved to Portsmouth, where he played for two years. Sculthorpe then retired from professional football in 2007.
In 2007, Sculthorpe was made an MBE. Sculthorpe currently works as a football coach. Paul Sculthorpe is a loose forward who played for Warrington and St Helens in the 1990s. He is best known for his time at St Helens, where he was a crucial part of the team that won the Super League title in 1997.
He also represented England at international level, playing four matches between 1996 and 2001. He retired from professional rugby league in 2004, after playing for the Crusaders in the Super League competition.
He has since pursued a career in coaching, working as an assistant coach at both Warrington and St Helens.
He is currently the head coach of the Australia national rugby league team. He has also been involved in television work, appearing as a coach on the reality show, NRL 360. In December 2012.
He was appointed the head coach of the England national rugby league team, following the resignation of Brian Noble. He led England to the 2017 World Cup, their first appearance in the tournament for more than 20 years.
11. Cliff Watson
Cliff Watson was a prop for the London Broncos during the 1960s and 1970s. Watson played for the Broncos in the Challenge Cup final in 1967, and the World Club Challenge in 1976.
Watson also played for the Sydney Roosters and the North Sydney Bears. Watson moved to Australia in the 1980s, and played for the Cronulla Sharks. Watson was a charismatic and popular player, who was known for his strong tackling.
Watson died in May 2018 at the age of 78. Watson was a member of the Broncos Hall of Fame. Watson is survived by his wife, Libby, and their three children. Watson was an inspiration to many players, and his death was mourned by many in the rugby league community.
Cliff Watson played for St. Helens and Cronulla-Sutherland in the 1960s and 1970s. Watson was a part of the Great Britain team that competed in the 1963 World Cup and the 1970 World Cup. Watson also played for England in the 1969 World Cup. Watson retired from professional football in 1973.
Watson is currently a coach and scout for a professional football club. Watson is a member of the British Football Hall of Fame.
Watson is also the father of former professional footballer, Dean Watson. Watson was born in Wakefield, West Yorkshire, England in 1942. Watson died on 7 July 2016 at the age of 76.
12. Ray French
Ray French MBE was born in 1939 in St Helens, Lancashire, England. Ray played rugby union for St Helens RUFC from 1961 to 1967, and represented Lancashire on the national stage.
He was a prolific scorer and was named captain of the Saints team that won the RFU Championship in 1966. In 1967, he moved to Bath Rugby, where he played until 1974. After leaving Bath, Ray coached at a number of clubs, including Sale and Gloucester.
He is currently the honorary president of Sale Sharks, and lives in Bath. Ray is a highly respected figure in the rugby community and has been awarded the MBE for his services to the sport. Ray French was a rugby league footballer who played for St. Helens and Widnes.
Ray French was a Second-row for both clubs and was a regular in the team during the 1960s. Ray French represented Great Britain at international level, playing in four matches during the 1968 World Cup. After retiring from playing, Ray French became a coach and began working with Widnes.
In 2009, he was appointed head coach of the club's academy, a role he held until his retirement in 2013. Ray French was inducted into the Widnes Hall of Fame in 2014. Ray French passed away in September 2017 at the age of 80.
13. Paul Wellens
Paul Wellens is a footballer who plays for Sunderland in the English Premier League. 2. He has previously played for Manchester United and Everton. 3. Wellens has also represented Belgium at international level.
4. He is a full back and is known for his attacking play. 5. Wellens has been a part of the Sunderland team since 2006. 6. He has made over 150 appearances for the club. 7. Wellens is a hard working player who is known for his high energy play.
8. Wellens has been praised for his leadership skills by his teammates. 9. Wellens is a very popular player with the Sunderland fans. As a player, Paul Wellens was a prolific goal scorer for St Helens, amassing 499 goals in 231 appearances for the club.
After leaving St Helens, Wellens spent a number of years with English side Newcastle United, where he helped the club to win two Premier League titles. In 2005, Wellens joined Belgian side Standard Liège, where he spent three seasons before moving to France to join Marseille.
After a brief spell with Crystal Palace, Wellens returned to England to sign for Bolton Wanderers. He retired from playing in 2015, after helping Bolton to reach the FA Cup Final. In 2016, Wellens began his coaching career with Championship side Derby County.
14. George Nicholls
Nicholls is a retired English forward who played for many clubs, most notably Liverpool and Manchester United. Nicholls enjoyed a successful playing career, scoring over 150 goals in total.
Nicholls is best known for his time at Liverpool, where he won two Premier League titles and the European Cup. Nicholls retired from football in 1997, after playing for Manchester United. He now works as a television pundit.
Nicholls was born in Widnes, Lancashire, in 1944. He started his playing career with his local side, before signing for Liverpool in 1967. Nicholls was a prolific goalscorer for Liverpool, scoring over 150 goals in total. He won two Premier League titles and the European Cup with the club.
In 1997, Nicholls retired from football after spending time at Manchester United. He now works as a television pundit. Nicholls is married and has two children. He is currently retired, but occasionally makes appearances on TV. Nicholls is 78 years old and retired from football in 1997.
15. Doug Greenall
Doug Greenall was a talented centre-half who played for St Helens and Wigan in the 1950s and 1960s. He is best remembered for his performances in the 1962 FA Cup Final, which St Helens won 2-1 against Newcastle United.
He also played for England on 36 occasions, winning three caps. Doug Greenall passed away at the age of 80 in 2007. Doug Greenall was a long-time coach in English football, coaching Liverpool City and Bradford Northern.
Doug Greenall is best known for his time as Liverpool City's coach, where he led the team to two League titles and a UEFA Cup victory. Doug Greenall retired from coaching in 1999, and now works as a football commentator.
Doug Greenall is a member of the English Football Hall of Fame. Doug Greenall was born in Liverpool in 1933. Doug Greenall passed away in March of 2016, at the age of 86.
16. Les Fairclough
Les Fairclough was an English footballer who played as a left winger. He was born in 1902 in Prescot, England. Fairclough played for Liverpool and Everton in the 1930s.
He died in 1951 at the age of 49 in St. Helens, England. Fairclough is best known for his time with Liverpool. He made 277 appearances for the club between 1931 and 1941.
Fairclough also played for Everton in the 1930s. He was a member of the British football team that won the gold medal at the 1936 Olympic Games. Fairclough is considered one of the most prolific left-wingers in Liverpool's history.
Les Fairclough was a professional rugby union player who spent his entire career with St. Helens. Les was primarily a centre, but also played at stand-off and scrum-half. He was a member of England's 1926-30 squad, but never played in a test match.
Les retired from rugby in 1932, but continued to play for St. Helens in the Lancashire league. Les died in 1964, aged 70.
17. Dick Huddart
Dick Huddart was born in 1936 in England and played rugby union for his country before moving to Australia in the 1960s. He played for the Wallabies for over 20 years, making his debut in 1960 and playing in the final of the 1983 World Cup.
Huddart was a prop and Hooker, and is best known for his time with the Sydney Bears in the NSWRL Premiership. Huddart was inducted into the Australian Rugby Union Hall of Fame in 1994 and the Wallaby Hall of Fame in 2006. He died in 2021 at the age of 85 after a long illness.
Huddart was a popular and respected figure in the rugby community, and his death was mourned by many.
Dick Huddart is one of the most decorated rugby players in Australian history, and his legacy will live on long after he is gone. Dick Huddart was a rugby league footballer who played for Whitehaven and St.
Helens. He represented Great Britain at international level, and played in the 1956-58 World Cup. He also played for Cumberland and was a regular in the team that won the Lancashire League in 1958. Huddart later became a coach, and was in charge of Whitehaven and St. Helens during their successful 1990s campaigns.
He died in 2006, at the age of 73. Huddart was inducted into the St. Helens Hall of Fame in 2006. He was the son of Dick Huddart, who played for St. Helens and Bradford Northern. Dick Huddart was born on August 22, 1942, in Wigan, Lancashire. He died on October 9, 2006, aged 73.
18. Tommy Makinson
Tommy Makinson is an English professional footballer who plays as a winger or fullback for Championship club Reading. Makinson started his career with Manchester City, but failed to make a first-team appearance and was released in 2011.
He then joined Wigan Athletic, where he made over 100 appearances before being released in January 2017.
He signed for Reading in February of that year and has made over 100 appearances for the club. Makinson has represented England at under-16, under-19, and under-21 levels.
He made his international debut in September 2017, playing the full 90 minutes in a 1-1 draw with Croatia. Makinson is known for his pace and crossing ability, and has been described as a "talented winger".
Makinson was born in Ince-in-Makerfield, Wigan, Greater Manchester, and attended Whitefield High School. Makinson is the son of former footballer Tommy Makinson.
19. Roy Mathias
Roy Mathias is a retired Welsh rugby union player who played for Felinfoel RFC and Llanelli RFC. Mathias started his career with Felinfoel RFC before moving to Llanelli RFC in 1978.
He made his debut for the Welsh national team in 1973 and played until 1979. Mathias was a prolific wing player who is best known for his role in the Welsh team that reached the quarter-finals of the World Cup in 1987.
Mathias retired from playing in 1990 and went on to become the manager of Llanelli RFC. He has since served as the club's president and chairman. Mathias was awarded an OBE in the 2006 Queen's Birthday Honours for his services to rugby.
Mathias is a Welsh rugby union ambassador and has helped to promote the game in his home country. He has also been involved in coaching and administration.
Mathias is married and has two children. He currently lives in Felinfoel. Mathias has written two books about his rugby career, which have been published in Welsh and English.
Mathias is a Welsh rugby union legend and one of the most decorated players in the history of the game. He is also a popular figure in his home country and has been involved in a number of charitable ventures.
20. James Roby
James Roby is a professional footballer who plays as a centre back for English club Everton. Roby started his career at Manchester United, but was released in 2006.
He then signed for Wigan Athletic, where he made over 150 appearances. In July 2013, he joined Everton for a fee of £8 million. Roby has represented England at under-21 level and made his full international debut in 2010.
He has won two Premier League titles with Everton, as well as the League Cup and FA Cup. Roby has been described as a "solid defender" and is known for his accurate passing. He has been nominated for the PFA Player of the Year award twice, in 2013 and 2014.
In May 2017, he was ruled out for the rest of the season after undergoing knee surgery. James Roby has represented England on international level for over 8 years and has always put in a good performance.
He has played for St Helens and Great Britain during his career and is currently playing for England in the 2022 World Cup.
James Roby is an excellent kicker and has scored many goals for England. He is a hard worker and is always looking to improve his game. James Roby is a popular player with his team-mates and is highly respected. He is an excellent defender and has won many awards during his career.
21. Billy Benyon
Billy Benyon is a former English professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1960s and 1970s. He played for St. Helens and Cronulla-Sutherland.
Benyon was born in St. Helens, England in 1945. Benyon played centre and stand-off for St. Helens and Cronulla-Sutherland in the rugby league league. Benyon played 513 matches for St.
Helens and 48 for Warrington. Benyon is now a retired grandfather. Benyon was awarded the OBE for services to rugby league in the 1990s. Billy Benyon has appeared in a documentary about his life, "Billy Benyon: A Portrait of a Rugby League Legend".
Billy Benyon currently works as a rugby league commentator for BBC Radio Merseyside. Billy Benyon is a former professional rugby league footballer who played for the Warrington Wolves in the 1980s and 1990s.
He was born in Wakefield, West Yorkshire, England, in 1966 and played for the Lancashire and England clubs before joining the St Helens club in 1986. He retired from playing in the early 1990s and became a full-time coach with the Leigh club.
He has also coached at international level, most notably with Great Britain, who he led to victory in the 1995 World Cup. He has been awarded a life membership of the Warrington Wolves club and is currently the club's vice-chairman. He has been married to his wife, Sue, since 1990 and they have two children.
Billy Benyon was diagnosed with motor neurone disease in 2009 and died in March 2013, aged 47.
22. Steve Llewellyn
Steve Llewellyn was born on January 24, 1924 in Abertillery, Wales. Steve Llewellyn played rugby union for many clubs and enjoyed a successful career. Steve Llewellyn died on December 10, 2002 at the age of 78.
Steve Llewellyn was born in Abertillery, Wales in 1945. He played rugby league for St. Helens from 1948 to 1958, and represented Wales in 1948-53. After retiring from playing, he became a coach and was involved in the St.
Helens setup until his retirement in 1997. He has since been involved in other sports, including refereeing and coaching. He has been awarded an MBE for services to rugby league. He has two sons, one of whom is also a rugby league player.
In his retirement, he has written a number of books about rugby league. He currently lives in St. Helens. Steve Llewellyn is a legend in Welsh rugby league, and is well-known and respected throughout the sport.
23. Mark Percival
Mark Percival was born on April 29th, 1994 in Widnes, Cheshire, England. At 6'1" and 88kg, he is a tall and imposing figure on the rugby field. He started playing rugby at the age of seven and quickly developed into a talented player.
He made his international debut for England in 2016 and has since become a regular in the team. He is an aggressive and physical player who is known for his strong defence. He is a hard worker who is always looking to improve his game.
He is a popular member of the team and is known for his good humour and friendly personality. He is a strong supporter of the team and is always willing to give his all in the matches.
He is a valuable member of the team and is a key part of the team's success. Percival started his career with St Helens in 2013 and has since represented England at Super League level.
In 2014, he joined Rochdale Hornets on loan and helped the club win the 2014 Challenge Cup. He joined the Saints permanently in 2016 and has since been a key member of their squad.
Percival is a powerful forward who enjoys scoring tries. He has made 233 appearances for the Saints and scored 894 points. He is a hard-working player who is always looking to contribute to the team.
He has been named in the England squad for the 2017 Rugby League World Cup. He is a valuable member of the Saints squad and is expected to continue playing at a high level for many years to come.
Percival is an exciting player to watch and is always looking to contribute to the team on the pitch.
24. Tommy Bishop
Tommy Bishop is a former professional rugby league footballer who played for Blackpool Borough and Barrow in the 1960s and 1970s. Bishop was born in St Helens, Lancashire, in 1940.
After playing for Blackpool Borough, Bishop moved to Barrow in 1964. He remained with the club until 1969, when he moved to Cronulla Sharks. Bishop played in the 1966 World Cup for Great Britain.
He retired from professional rugby league in 1973, having played 400 games and scored 132 tries. In 1994, Bishop was inducted into the Barrow Hall of Fame. Bishop later worked as a coach in rugby league, and was the head coach of the Mill Hill Knights in the 2000s.
Bishop is currently the head coach of the West Lancashire Rams in the National League 2 North. Tommy Bishop was born in October 1940, and he retired from professional rugby league in 2003.
25. Geoff Pimblett
Geoff Pimblett was a fullback for St Helens during the 1970s and 1980s. Pimblett is best known for his time at St Helens, where he was a consistent performer.
Pimblett retired from the sport in the 1990s, but later returned to play for a local team. Pimblett passed away in February 2018, at the age of 73. Geoff Pimblett was a true stalwart of the sport, and will be remembered for his contribution to rugby league.
Pimblett's death leaves a huge hole in the rugby league community. His death is a reminder of the dangers of playing rugby league in the wrong place or at the wrong time.
Geoff Pimblett was a true sportsman, and will be missed by everyone who knew him. Geoff Pimblett was a rugby union representative for Lancashire.
He played for the team from 1978-1981. He was a prolific scorer, and helped Lancashire win their only representative trophy. Geoff Pimblett passed away in 2006, at the age of 50.
He was a great all-round player, and was loved by his team-mates. Geoff Pimblett is remembered as a legend of the game, and his death was mourned by many.
Geoff Pimblett remains the all-time leading scorer for Lancashire. His death marked the end of an era, and Lancashire were left without their greatest player. Geoff Pimblett is an inspiration to all rugby players, and his death has left a lasting legacy.
26. Alf Ellaby
Alf Ellaby was born in 1902 in the town of Prescot in England. Ellaby played wing for rugby union clubs Wasps and Racing Club de Paris. He represented England on 23 occasions between 1923 and 1937.
Ellaby played in the 1935 and 1936 Five Nations Championships. Ellaby was also a member of the British Lions team that toured New Zealand in 1937. Ellaby retired from rugby in 1938. Ellaby later worked as a rugby referee.
Ellaby died in 1993 at the age of 90 or 91. Alf Ellaby was born in 1896 in Wigan, Lancashire, England. Ellaby played for St. Helens from 1926 to 1934, winning 3 League Championships and 2 Challenge Cups. Ellaby represented England from 1927 to 1935.
Ellaby retired from playing in 1937, and later worked as a coach for St. Helens. Ellaby died in 1984. Alf Ellaby was inducted into the English Football Hall of Fame in 2002. Ellaby is the only player to have won three League Championships and two Challenge Cups with two different clubs.
Ellaby is also the only player to have won a international cap for England. Alf Ellaby is remembered as one of the greatest players in St. Helens' history.
27. Glyn Moses
Glyn Moses was born in 1928 in Nant-y-Moel, Wales. Glyn Moses played rugby union for Newbridge RFC and Maesteg RFC for over 50 years. Glyn Moses was a prolific try scorer, and won three Welsh caps.
Glyn Moses retired from rugby in 1991, and later died in 2021 at the age of 93. Glyn Moses was an iconic figure in Welsh rugby, and is considered one of the greatest try scorers in the game's history.
Glyn Moses is considered one of the greatest ever Welsh rugby players, and will be remembered as one of the game's all-time greats. Glyn Moses is a revered figure in Welsh rugby, and his contributions to the sport will be remembered for many years to come.
Glyn Moses was an excellent player with a unique style of play. Glyn Moses was a respected member of the rugby community, and his work with Newbridge RFC and Maesteg RFC will be remembered for many years to come.
28. Chris Joynt
Joynt is a former St Helens player and has been honoured with a place in the club's Hall of Fame. He played for the club from 1973 to 1983 and helped the team to win the Challenge Cup in 1976.
Joynt also played for Wigan and Warrington and was a part of the England team that won the World Cup in 1986. He is currently the coach of the Widnes Vikings in the Super League. Joynt was born in Widnes and played for the Vikings during the early days of their existence.
He is a respected coach and has helped Widnes to achieve success in the Super League. He is a popular figure in the town and is known for his charity work.
Joynt is a talented coach and has helped Widnes to improve their performance in the Super League. He is a popular figure in the town and is known for his charity work.
29. Frank Carlton
Frank Carlton was born on March 31st, 1936 in Blackbrook, St. Helens, England. Frank Carlton was a professional footballer who played for clubs including Liverpool, Everton, and Stoke City.
Frank Carlton died on February 19th, 2009 after a long battle with cancer. Frank Carlton was a strong and physical defender who was known for his hard tackling. Frank Carlton is considered one of the best defenders in the history of Liverpool Football Club.
Frank Carlton was part of the Liverpool team that won the European Cup in 1977. Frank Carlton is widely respected as one of the greatest defenders in Liverpool Football Club history. Frank Carlton is a Liverpool legend and will always be remembered for his contributions to the club.
Frank Carlton was a true Liverpool fan and will always be remembered for his love of the club.
30. Neil Holding
Neil Holding is a former rugby league stand-off and scrum-half. He played for St Helens from 1977 to 1990 and then for Rochdale Hornets from 1990 to 1992.
Holding made 378 appearances in the Rugby League Premiership for St Helens and Bradford Northern. He retired from playing in 1992. Neil Holding is currently a coach with St Helens.
Holding is a Liverpool supporter. He has two children. Neil Holding is a former England national rugby league team player. In 2000, Holding was named an MBE for services to rugby league.
Holding is a BBC Sport commentator. Neil Holding is a former English footballer who played for Lancashire and England. He was born on January 11, 1956 in Oldham, Lancashire, England. Holding played for Rochdale Hornets in the English Football League from 1978 to 1991.
He made his international debut for England on November 17, 1980 against Spain. Holding was a part of the England team that competed in the 1984 Summer Olympics. He retired from professional football in 1991. Holding is currently the assistant manager of Rochdale Hornets.
Holding was nicknamed "The General" by his teammates. Holding is married and has two children.
31. Barry Ledger
Barry Ledger was a wing player who enjoyed a successful career playing for clubs in England. He was known for his speed and agility on the pitch. Ledger retired from playing in 2003 after a long and successful career.
He later became a commentator for the BBC. Ledger was born in St. Helens, England in 1962. He started playing football at a young age and quickly became a talented player. Ledger played for a number of clubs over the course of his career, including Liverpool, Leeds United, and Manchester United.
He was a regular member of the England national team and won a number of honours, including the Premier League title with Manchester United in 1996.
Ledger retired from playing in 2003 after a long and successful career. He later became a commentator for the BBC. He is still involved in football and works as a pundit for BBC Sport.
Ledger is known for his speed and agility on the pitch. He was a regular member of the England national team and won a number of honours, including the Premier League title with Manchester United in 1996.
Ledger is still involved in football and works as a commentator for BBC Sport. He is also a regular pundit for the BBC's coverage of the UEFA Champions League. Ledger has two children and lives in the UK.
32. Eric Chisnall
Eric Chisnall is a prop and second row player who has played for a number of clubs including Salford, Warrington and Wigan. He is a former England international and played in the 1975 World Cup.
He has also played for Australia and Great Britain and is the older brother of the rugby league player, Neil Chisnall. Eric is currently the head coach of the Championship side, Castleford Tigers.
He has a degree in physical education and has worked as a PE teacher and sports coach. Eric is married and has three children. He is a fan of cricket, golf and horse racing. He has been the head coach of Castleford for three seasons and won the League Championship in 2016.
He is currently the assistant coach of England's rugby union team. Eric Chisnall played for Leigh from 1981 until his retirement in 1989. He helped Leigh win the 1981–82 Challenge Cup and the 1982–83 Regal Trophy. Chisnall was a member of the England side that reached the World Cup final in 1982.
He played in all of England's matches at the tournament, but they were beaten by Australia. Chisnall played for St. Helens from 1966 until 1981, winning the 1966–67 Challenge Cup and the 1968–69 Regal Trophy.
He also played for Wigan from 1981 until 1985. Chisnall was selected for the Great Britain side that played in the World Cup in 1974.
They reached the semi-finals, but were beaten by Australia. In 1981, Chisnall joined Leigh and helped them to win the Challenge Cup and the Regal Trophy.
Chisnall retired from rugby league in 1989. He later became a coach with Leigh and Wigan. Chisnall is a rugby union coach and is currently the head coach of the Leigh Centurions in the English Premiership.
Chisnall was born in Wakefield, West Yorkshire in 1961. He married his wife, Diane, in 1990. They have two children, son Jesse and daughter Molly.
33. Jack Arkwright
Jack Arkwright was born on 3 December 1902 in Sutton, St Helens, Lancashire, England. He died on 20 January 1990 in Knowsley, Merseyside, England at the age of 87.
Arkwright played prop for Liverpool F.C. from 1923 until his retirement in 1958. He also played for Penrith and Wigan in the Lancashire League. Arkwright was inducted into the Liverpool F.C.
Hall of Fame in 1988. Arkwright is remembered for his hard work and dedication on the field. He was also a very popular player with the fans. Arkwright is an example of a "ocker." Jack Arkwright was born in 1883 and died in 1958.
He played for St. Helens and Warrington in the early days of rugby league. He was a representative for Great Britain in the 1936-37 season. He is mostly remembered for his record-breaking goal-scoring feats for St. Helens in the 1928-34 era.
34. John Mantle
John Mantle was an 8-time Premiership player with Loughborough Colleges and Newport RFC, and he was a member of the British Lions team that toured New Zealand in 1971.
Mantle was also a successful rugby union administrator, serving as president of the Welsh Rugby Union from 2002 to 2006. Mantle was diagnosed with dementia in late 2017, and he died in November 2018 at the age of 76.
Mantle was a highly decorated player, winning 42 caps for Wales and eight caps for England. He is best known for his long-running rivalry with Jonah Lomu, which culminated in a famous match at Eden Park in Auckland in 1995.
Mantle was awarded an OBE in 1998 for his services to rugby union, and he was inducted into the Welsh Rugby Hall of Fame in 2005. Mantle is also a popular British television personality, appearing as a pundit and presenter for various sports programmes.
35. Bernard Dwyer
Bernard Dwyer is a professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1990s and 2000s for the St. Helens and Wigan Warriors clubs. Dwyer played for England at the international level, and won two caps, before switching to represent Australia in 2002.
Dwyer retired from playing in 2007, and has since been a football coach. Bernard Dwyer was born in St Helens, England, in 1967.
He played professional rugby league for the St. Helens and Wigan Warriors clubs, and won two caps for England. Dwyer switched to represent Australia in 2002 and retired from playing in 2007.
He has since been a football coach. Bernard Dwyer was born in St Helens, England, in 1967. He played professional rugby league for the St. Helens and Wigan Warriors clubs, and won two caps for England.
Dwyer switched to represent Australia in 2002 and retired from playing in 2007. He has since been a football coach.
36. Austin Rhodes
Austin Rhodes is best known for his time with St. Helens during the 1960s. Rhodes made 870 appearances for the club and scored 1870 points. He also played for Leigh and Swinton during his career.
Rhodes passed away at the age of 81 after a long battle with cancer. Rhodes was born in America in 1968. Rhodes played for St. Helens in the English Football League (EFL) from 1968 to 1969. Rhodes scored 15 goals in 51 appearances for St.
Helens. Rhodes coached Pilkington Recs from 2003 to 2005. Rhodes moved to the United States in 2006 and played for the Seattle Sounders in the North American Soccer League (NASL) from 2006 to 2007. Rhodes returned to England and played for Conference National side Gateshead in 2008.
Rhodes retired from playing in 2009. Rhodes became a coach in 2010 and was appointed manager of Conference National side Mansfield Town in 2013. Rhodes was appointed manager of League Two side Newport County in May 2016.
37. Stan McCormick
Stan McCormick was a player in the 1940s and 1950s who played for Broughton Rangers and Belle Vue Rangers. McCormick was a wing and played for St. Helens and Warrington in the 1950s.
He died in 1999 at the age of 75 or 76. Stan McCormick was a player who spent time with Huddersfield and Oldham in between playing for Broughton Rangers and Belle Vue Rangers. McCormick was a strong, powerful winger who was very consistent in his career.
He was also a very popular player with his fans, as he was known for his hard work and determination on the pitch. McCormick was a part of the St.
Helens and Warrington teams that reached the Challenge Cup final in 1954 and 1956 respectively. He was also a part of the England national team, playing 1 international match in 1946.
Stan McCormick was an all-round player who was very good in the air and at breaking tackles.
38. Harry Pinner
Harold Pinner is a retired English professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1970s and 1980s. He played for St. Helens in the Super League.
Pinner was born in St. Helens, England in 1956. Pinner played for St. Helens in the Super League between 1977-1989. He played in 289 games and scored 97 tries.
Pinner also played for Wakefield Trinity (twice) and Hull Kingston Rovers. Pinner retired from playing rugby league in 1989. Pinner is now a coach with the St. Helens academy.
Pinner was named the St. Helens Player of the Century in 2001. Pinner is married and has two children. Pinner is currently the head coach of the St. Helens Academy. Harry Pinner played for St.
Helens from 1974-1986. Pinner was a versatile player, playing at full back, in the centre and at stand off. He was a key part of the St. Helens side that won promotion to the top tier of English rugby in 1980.
Pinner was also part of the Great Britain team that won the World Cup in 1987. After retirement from rugby, Pinner worked as a coach and was responsible for the development of several current England Internationals.
In 2012, he was awarded the OBE for his services to rugby. Pinner died in 2016 at the age of 71.
39. Les Jones
Les Jones is a retired English professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1970s, 1980s and 1990s. He played at centre and wing for clubs including St.
Helens, Wigan, and Widnes. Jones won a cap for England in 1978 and played in the 1979 World Cup. Jones retired from playing in 1998. He later became the head coach of the Wigan Warriors and held the post until 2002.
Jones was made an OBE in the 2002 Queen's Birthday Honours. Jones and his wife, Denise, have two children. Jones is a coach and television commentator. He has worked as a pundit for BBC Sport, Channel 5, and Sky Sports.
Jones was made a life member of Widnes in 2011. Jones is a patron of the Rugby League European Federation. Jones was voted Super League Coach of the Year in 2003 and 2006.
40. Jim Stott
Jim Stott was a central midfielder who played for several English clubs during the 1940s and 1950s. He was born in 1919 in Prescot, England and died in 1994 at the age of 74.
He started his career with local side Prescot Alexandra before moving on to bigger clubs, including Liverpool, Arsenal, and Fulham. He is most famous for his time with Fulham, where he won two FA Cups and two League Championships.
Jim Stott was a combative and hard-working midfielder, who was a key part of many successful teams. He is widely regarded as one of the best central midfielders of his era, and is still remembered fondly by fans of his former clubs.
Stott was a prolific goal-kicker who played for St. Helens in the late 1940s and early 1950s. He made his international debut for England in 1947 and went on to represent Great Britain on a total of six occasions. He also had a short spell playing for Wigan (as a guest) in the early 1950s.
After retiring from playing, Stott became a football coach. He was inducted into the St. Helens Hall of Fame in 2003. He died in 2013, aged 87. Jim Stott was an exceptional goal-kicker who played a significant role in the development of the sport in the UK.
41. Bob Dagnall
Bob Dagnall is a 90-year-old retired English rugby player. He is best known for playing as a hooker. He played for clubs such as Warrington and Sale. He also represented England on several occasions.
He retired in 1988. He now works as a coach. He is married and has two children. He is a keen golfer. He is a keen observer of wildlife. Bob Dagnall played for Rochdale Hornets from 1960-60 to 1967-67, scoring 210 goals in 210 games.
Dagnall represented Great Britain at international level, playing for them from 1961-65. After leaving Rochdale, Dagnall played for Pilkington Recs for two more seasons. Dagnall is now a coach and works with younger players. His son, Richard, is also a footballer and currently plays for Chesterfield.
Dagnall is a popular figure in the Rochdale community, and is known for his sense of humor and friendly nature. He is a regular speaker at local charity events.
Dagnall has been involved in coaching for over thirty years, and has helped many young players reach the top level. Dagnall is an ambassador for the Rochdale Hornets Youth Academy.
42. George Parsons
George Parsons is a Welsh rugby union player who played for Newport and Cardiff. Parsons was a lock and played in the 1948, 1949, 1950 and 1951 seasons.
George Parsons made his international debut for Wales in 1951 against Scotland and played in eight games for his country. George Parsons was a key member of the Newport team that won the Welsh Cup in 1948 and 1949.
George Parsons played his final game for Newport in the 1951 Welsh Cup Final. George Parsons moved to Cardiff in 1952 and played for the Blues until his retirement in 1971. George Parsons was inducted into the Welsh Rugby Union Hall of Fame in 2006.
George Parsons died on November 24, 2009, at the age of 83. George Parsons was born in 1926 in Newbridge, Wales. George Parsons was born in 1894 in Newport, Wales. George Parsons played rugby league for St. Helens from 1928-1957. George Parsons was a second rower and was captain of St.
Helens during the 1950s. George Parsons was a representative for Wales in rugby league. George Parsons passed away in 1978 in Rochdale, Lancashire. George Parsons is regarded as one of the greatest rugby league players of all time. George Parsons is an inductee into the Welsh Sports Hall of Fame.
George Parsons was the father of Welsh international rugby union player Dafydd Parsons. George Parsons was a great ambassador for rugby league and is regarded as one of the greatest Welsh rugby league players of all time.
43. Jonny Lomax
Jonathan Lomax is a professional footballer who plays as a striker for Championship side Reading. Lomax began his career playing for hometown club St Helens before moving to Championship side Reading in 2012.
Lomax has made over 100 appearances in the English top-flight, scoring 33 goals. He has also represented England at under-19 and under-21 level. In November 2017, Lomax was named the Championship Player of the Year.
Lomax is married to former Miss Great Britain finalist, Aimee O'Keefe. The couple have one child. Jonathan Lomax is a devout Christian and has spoken about his faith in the press. Lomax is a fan of Liverpool Football Club.
Lomax is a stand-off and scrum-half who has played for St Helens since 2009. He represented England at Under-19 and Under-20 level, and Great Britain at Under-20 level and European Championship. Lomax has been in the Saints' first team for a decade, and is captain of their reserve team.
Lomax is known for his creativity and passing ability, and is a key part of the Saints' attack. He is an explosive runner with good pace, and has been used as a substitute on several occasions.
Lomax is a hard-worker who is always looking to improve his game. He is contracted to St Helens until the end of the 2020 season.
Lomax is a popular figure with the fans, and has been involved in several charity events. Lomax is a valuable member of the Saints' squad, and is expected to continue playing at a high level for many years to come.
44. Paul Newlove
Paul Newlove is a former professional rugby union player who represented England and Wakefield Trinity Wildcats. He began his career with Wakefield Trinity Wildcats in 1991 and played for the club until 2000.
He then moved to London Irish and played for them from 2001 until 2004. He then moved to Bristol RFC where he played until 2006. He then moved to Jersey Reds and played for them from 2006 until 2007. He then moved to Newcastle Falcons and played for them until 2011.
He then retired from playing rugby union. Paul Newlove has been involved in coaching since retiring from playing and he is currently the head coach of Jersey Reds' academy.
Paul Newlove was inducted into the English Rugby Hall of Fame in 2009. Paul Newlove is a former professional rugby league footballer who played for the Bradford Northern club in the United Kingdom.
Newlove made his professional rugby league debut in 1988 with the Featherstone Rovers club. He played for Bradford Northern from 1993 until 1995, and then transferred to the St. Helens club in England.
Newlove won a total of thirteen caps for England, playing seven times between 1992 and 1998. He retired from professional rugby league in 2003, and now works as a coach for his old club, Bradford Northern.
Newlove is married with two children. In 2006, he was voted Bradford Northern's player of the century. Newlove is a rugby league commentator for BBC Radio Manchester. He is also a regular guest on BBC Radio 5 Live's Sportsweek programme.
45. Paul Loughlin
Paul Loughlin is a former professional footballer who played as a fullback for clubs including Liverpool and Everton. Loughlin represented England at international level, and won three caps.
He retired from playing in 2001, and later became a coach at his former club Everton. Loughlin is currently the manager of League Two side Chester. Loughlin was born in St Helens, Merseyside, in 1966.
He started his career at Liverpool, making his first-team debut in 1987. He played for the club for seven seasons, before moving to Everton in 1992. Loughlin won three caps for England, and was a part of the team that reached the semi-finals of the World Cup in France in 1998.
He retired from playing in 2001. Loughlin became a coach at Everton, and was appointed manager of League Two side Chester in December 2013. He left the club in September 2016. Loughlin is married, with two children.
46. Tommy Martyn
Tommy Martyn is a former stand-off for Leigh Centurions and St Helens. He made his first-team debut for Oldham in 1989 and went on to play for St Helens from 1992 to 2003.
He was part of the Lancashire side that won the Challenge Cup in 1992 and played in the Millennium Stadium final the following year. Martyn is a former England international and was a member of the side that reached the World Cup final in 2003.
He retired from playing in 2004 and now coaches at Leigh Centurions. In 2006, he was appointed captain of the Centurions and led them to their first-ever Super League title that year. He is currently the club's coaching and development manager. Martyn has been married to his wife, Stephanie, since 1997.
He has two children, a daughter, Ella, and a son, Tom.
47. Kyle Amor
Career
- 2009 : Whitehaven
- 2010–11 Leeds Rhinos
- 2010(loan) Whitehaven
- 2011(loan) Wakefield Trinity Wildcats
- 2012–13 Wakefield Trinity Wildcats
- 2014–22 St Helens
- 2022(loan) Warrington Wolves
- 2023– Widnes Vikings
Kyle Amor is a prop who has played for a number of teams, most notably the Newcastle Knights and the Gold Coast Titans. He has also represented England at international level, making his debut in 2010.
Kyle Amor is a tough and physical player, who is known for his powerful tackles and strong scrummaging.
He is also a capable goal kicker, with a total of 154 points to his name in his career. Kyle Amor is currently playing for the North Queensland Cowboys in the NRL.
He is a popular player with the fans, and is seen as a leader on the field. Kyle Amor is married and has two young children.
He is a popular figure in the media, and has been involved in a number of high-profile incidents during his career. Kyle Amor is a veteran of the NRL, and is likely to continue playing into the future.
Also Played For: whitehaven r.l.f.c.
48. Regan Grace
Regan Grace is a Welsh international winger who currently plays for the Glasgow Warriors in the Women's Super League. Grace made her debut for the Warriors in the 2017 season and has since played a key role in their success.
Grace has represented Wales at Under-20 and Under-21 level, and has also appeared for the Wales Women's Sevens team.
Grace is a dynamic wing player with an explosive turn of speed. Grace is a hard-working player who is always looking to make an impact on the game.
Grace is a natural goal-kicker who is capable of scoring big points in crucial moments. Grace is a hugely promising player who has the potential to become one of the biggest stars in women's rugby league.
Grace is a creative and skilful wing player who is always looking to make a difference on the field. Grace is a bright young talent who has a huge future in rugby league.
49. James Graham
James Graham is a prop for English side Salford. He made his first-team debut in 2005 and has gone on to make over 200 appearances for the team.
Graham has also represented his country at international level, playing in three friendlies and one World Cup.
He announced his retirement from professional rugby in May 2016. After retiring from rugby, Graham has started a business that manufactures rugby balls.
He is currently married and has two children. James Graham is a popular figure among the Salford fans and is known for his hard working attitude on and off the field.
He is a popular figure in the rugby community and is highly respected for his skills as a prop. Graham is an important part of the Salford side and is always a threat when he is on the field. James Graham made his NRL debut for the St.
Helens in 2003 and went on to play for the club for 11 seasons. Graham was a mainstay of the Saints' backline for over a decade and represented England at international level.
In 2017, Graham joined Canterbury Bulldogs and went on to win the Dally M Medal for the best player in the NRL. Graham announced his retirement from the game at the end of the 2018 season.
The 36-year-old is now currently a player/coach with St. George Illawarra and is looking to help the Dragons improve on their disappointing finish in the 2018 season.
50. Len Killeen
Len Killeen was a prolific cricket all-rounder who represented South Africa in over 60 Tests and 100 ODIs. He is best known for his batting ability, with an average of over 30 and centuries in both Tests and ODIs.
He was also a useful bowler, taking 50 wickets in Tests and 100 in ODIs. Len Killeen retired from cricket in 1989, after a disappointing World Cup. He passed away in 2011, aged 72. Len Killeen was a talented wingman who played for St.
Helens and Balmain in the late 1960s and early 1970s. Len was a prolific scorer who helped his teams win several premierships. Len retired from the game in the early 1970s after a short spell with Penrith. Len is now a successful businessman, having run several businesses.
Len is widely respected by his former team-mates and peers. Len is a member of the St. Helens Hall of Fame. Len is an active member of the Balmain club committee.
Len is also a talented cricketer, having played for several Sydney-based sides. Len is a popular public figure, often appearing on television and in newspapers.
51. Sione Mata'utia
Career
- SIONE MATA'UTIA is a professional rugby player from Australia
- He plays as a second-row or centre for St Helens in the Super League
- He made his NRL debut for Newcastle Knights in 2014 at the age of 18
- He became the youngest player to represent Australia in a test match later that year
- He joined St Helens in 2021 and won the Super League Grand Final in his first season
Sione Mata'utia is a talented Australian second rower who has played for the Melbourne Storm and the Newcastle Knights in the NRL. Sione Mata'utia was born in Liverpool, New South Wales, Australia on 25 June 1996.
Sione Mata'utia is 6'2" and weighs 104 kg. Sione Mata'utia has played for the Melbourne Storm and the Newcastle Knights in the NRL. Sione Mata'utia is a talented centre and loose forward who can also play on the wing.
Sione Mata'utia is a hard worker who is always looking to contribute to his team. Sione Mata'utia is a talented and hard-working player who is looking to develop his career further. Sione Mata'utia is a talented and hard-working player who is looking to develop his career further.
Sione Mata'utia is a talented and hard-working player who is looking to develop his career further.
Also Played For: newcastle knights
Final Words
St Helens R.F.C. is one of the most successful and renowned clubs in English rugby league, and has produced some of the greatest players in the game’s history.
Some of the club’s greatest ever players include; John Schofield, Andy Farrell, Keiron Cunningham, Phil Brown, Shaun Edwards and Roger Millward.
