Stan Robinson (rugby league) explained

Stanley Herbert Robinson (1911 - 1995) was an Australian rugby league player who played in the 1930s.

Playing career

A talented full-back, Robinson played seven seasons with St. George between 1931-1937, and played in the 1933 Grand Final losing to Newtown 18-5.

He also represented New South Wales City Firsts on two occasions in 1933 and 1935.^[2]

In 1935, Robinson played in the historic blowout winning 91-6 against Canterbury at Earl Park, Arncliffe. As of the 2023 NRL season, this remains the biggest recorded victory by a team and the biggest winning margin.^{[3] [4]}

Death

Robinson died on 28 April 1995, aged 83.^[5]

Career stats

Club

!Season!Team!Appearances!Tries!Goals!Goal-kicking percentage!Field Goals!Points

1931 NSWRFL Season	St. George Dragons	3	-	-	-	-	-
1932 NSWRFL Season	St. George Dragons	8	1	1	-	-	5
1933 NSWRFL Season	St. George Dragons	15	-	11	-	-	22
1934 NSWRFL Season	St. George Dragons	14	-	14	-	-	28
1935 NSWRFL Season	St. George Dragons	16	1	4	-	-	11
1936 NSWRFL Season	St. George Dragons	10	-	6	-	-	12
1937 NSWRFL Season	St. George Dragons	4	-	-	-	-	-

Representative

!Years!Team!Appearances!Tries!Goals!Goal-kicking percentage!Field Goals!Points

1933, 1935

NSW City

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Notes and References

1. Web site: Stan Robinson - Career Stats & Summary - Rugby League Project. Rugbyleagueproject.org.
2. Alan Whiticker/Glen Hudson: Encyclopedia of Rugby League Players. 1995
3. Web site: May 11: Lote breaks scoring record; JT rejects rugby offer. NRL.
4. Web site: Dragons - Our Proud History - St George and Illawarra Rugby League. www.jubileeavenue.com.au. 2019-06-02.
5. Sydney Morning Herald: Death notice 3/5/95
6. Web site: Stan Robinson - Career Stats & Summary - Rugby League Project. www.rugbyleagueproject.org. 2019-06-02.