Ron Boden

Ronald James Boden (16 October 1936 – 24 August 2015) was an Australian rugby league footballer who played in the 1950s and 1960s.

Born on 16 October 1936 in Coonamble, New South Wales, Boden grew up there before moving to Toowoomba in Queensland and played in the local competition after being spotted by coach former North Sydney player Duncan Thompson.

[2] Boden was selected to play for Queensland in 1958 and 1959 while living there to compete against New South Wales in the interstate series.

In Boden's first season at the club, Parramatta finished last on the table and claimed the wooden spoon.

In late 1964 Boden signed a contract with the Group 11 Canowindra Rugby League Club to become playing coach for first and reserve grade sides.