William B. Oxley (1918–1985) was an English professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1940s and 1950s, and was a rugby league administrator of the 1960s, 1970s and 1980s. He played at club level for Barrow (two spells), Risedale Old Boys ARLFC, Rochdale Hornets (captain), and Ulverston ARLFC.
Background
Bill Oxley's birth was registered in the forth quarter of 1918 in Barrow-in-Furness district, Lancashire. World War II began four days after Bill Oxley had signed professionally for Barrow, he served with the Royal Horse Artillery in World War II for five years. He died in 1985, aged 66–67.
Playing career
Challenge Cup semi-Final appearances
Bill Oxley played in Barrow's 0-10 defeat by eventual winners Bradford Northern in the 1948–49 Challenge Cup semi-final during the 1948–49 season at Station Road, Swinton.
Club career
Bill Oxley scored one try for Barrow, it came in the 21-3 victory over Broughton Rangers at Craven Park, Barrow-in-Furness on Saturday 23 March 1946.
Managerial career
International honours
Bill Oxley was the England team manager for the 1975 Rugby League World Cup, alongside coach Alex Murphy.
References
External links
Search for "Oxley" at rugbyleagueproject.org
Man with the heart of an Ox
(archived by archive.is) Stan Ayres
Haven’s troubles strike a chord with Keith
(archived by archive.is) Barrow Island's brothers in arms
(archived by archive.is) Team of 1948
More Ulverston Rugby team taken about 1949- 50.