Stan Jurd, also known by the

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of "Plunket", is an Australian former professional

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footballer who played in the 1980s. He played for the

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and

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in the

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(NSWRL) competition. Jurd primarily played in the front-row.

Playing career

Jurd was born and grew up in Moree. After high school he moved to the ACT region, playing for the Queanbeyan Blues before joining North Sydney and then moving to Parramatta in 1983. Jurd played two seasons at the

between 1981 and 1982. He then joined

for five seasons between 1983 and 1987, including winning the 1983 premiership with them. He was selected to represent

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for games II and III of the 1983 State of Origin series. Injuries plagued the rest of his career until his retirement.

References

;Sources * 1958 births Living people Australian rugby league players New South Wales Rugby League State of Origin players North Sydney Bears players Parramatta Eels players Rugby league props People from Moree, New South Wales {{Australia-rugbyleague-bio-1950s-stub