Albert Stephen 'Alby' Lane (21 March 1904 – 8 September 1982) was an Australian rugby league footballer who played in the 1920s.
Playing career Born at Balmain, New South Wales in 1904, Alby Lane, often known as 'Georgie' Lane was a half-back for the Sydney University rugby league team during the 1920s. He was the son of state politician Albert Lane.
He played four seasons for the club between 1924-1926 and 1928, whilst studying medicine at Sydney University. He captained University in their only Grand Final appearance in 1926.
He also represented New South Wales on eight occasions in 1925, 1926 and 1928.Alan Whiticker/Glen Hudson: Encyclopedia of Rugby League Players. 1995 ()
Post playing Lane later ran his own Sydney medical practice. He then moved to Canberra and became the head of the Canberra Community Hospital.Canberra Times: "Dr. A.S.Lane At Hospital". 20/11/1951
Death Lane died in Canberra on 8 September 1982.
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