Bill Oxley
William B. Oxley (birth registered fourth ¼ 1918 – 1985) was an English professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1940s and 1950s, and 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 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, and he died aged . 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.