Stan Ryan (5 December 1902 – 1 December 1983) was an

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er who played with

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in the

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(VFL).

Football

Ryan was a Tasmanian and won the

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award at

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in 1928. The following year he played for Richmond, making 14 appearances, including the

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.AFL Tables: Stan Ryan
/ref> He played his football as a follower.

Military service

Ryan later served in the Australian Army for two years during World War II.

Notes

References

* Hogan P: ''The Tigers Of Old'', Richmond FC, (Melbourne), 1996. * 1902 births 1983 deaths Australian rules footballers from Tasmania Australian Rules footballers: place kick exponents North Hobart Football Club players Richmond Football Club players {{AFL-bio-1902-stub