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- ↑ Ferguson, Shawn Dollin and Andrew. "Cec Waters - Career Stats & Summary - Rugby League Project". www.rugbyleagueproject.org.
- ↑ "Vale - Lloyd Hudson" (PDF). Kempsey Council. 2 November 2015.
- ↑ "Ex-teammates and friends mark Lloyd Hudson's birthday". 19 June 2014.
- ↑ Alan Whiticker/Glen Hudson: The Encyclopedia of Rugby League Players. (1995 edition) ISBN 1875169571
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