**StuarttobeinductedintoNSWHallof Cha

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Rugby league great Ricky Stuart is set to receive one of New South Wales’ highest sporting honours, as he is officially inducted into the NSW Hall of Champions. The announcement comes as a proud moment for both the rugby league community and fans who have followed Stuart’s illustrious journey across decades, both as a brilliant playmaker and an influential coach.

Stuart’s playing career remains one of the most decorated of his generation. A former Canberra Raiders halfback, he helped guide the club to multiple premierships in the late 1980s and early 1990s, earning a reputation for his elite game management, pinpoint kicking and fierce competitiveness. He also represented New South Wales in State of Origin, where he played a key role in several iconic victories, cementing his status as one of the state’s finest representatives. On the international stage, Stuart proudly donned the green and gold for Australia, contributing to major Test triumphs.

Following retirement, he transitioned into a highly respected coaching role, leading State of Origin campaigns and multiple NRL clubs. His induction into the NSW Hall of Champions recognises not only his on-field brilliance but also his enduring impact on the sport.

Ricky Stuart’s legacy is now immortalised in NSW sporting history.