Tedda Courtney
Tedda Courtney was born on August 30, 1885. See ranking, bio blurb, and everyone else born that day.
About Tedda Courtney
Ed "Tedda" Courtney (29 August 1884 – 23 July 1957) was a pioneer Australian rugby league footballer and coach. He played club football for North Sydney, Western Suburbs and representative football for the New South Wales state and Australian national sides. He is considered one of the nation's finest footballers of the 20th century. Born in Townsville, Courtney was one of six brothers who all played for North Sydney. His brothers Raymond and Robert died in World War I. He was a wharfie throughout his working life and was renowned for his fearless tackling style and ability to harass the opposition with his defence.