Cameron Bell
- July 21, 1939
- September 20, 2026
- 87 years
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About Cameron Bell
Cameron Bell was a notable figure from New Zealand. Born in 1939, Bell died in 2026 at the age of 87.
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60 Seconds Life Story
Cameron Bell was a legendary figure in the New Zealand rugby league community, leaving an indelible mark on
Cameron Bell
1939 – 2026
60 Seconds: Cameron Bell's Life Story
A look at the life and distinguished rugby league coaching career of New Zealander Cameron Bell.
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Cameron Bell was a legendary figure in the New Zealand rugby league community, leaving an indelible mark on the sport. Born in 1939, Bell was a proud member of a prominent rugby family that included his son, Dean. His coaching career reached a major milestone in 1985 when he won the Hyland Memorial Cup as Auckland’s coach of the year. He later brought his expertise to England, leading the Carlisle team from 1990 to 1994. Upon his return, he guided the New Zealand Māori side and led the Counties Manukau Heroes to a grand final victory in 1996. Throughout his long career, Bell proved his dedication to the game across multiple clubs and international stages. He passed away in Thames on September 20, 2026, at the age of 87.
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Full Biography
|Cameron Wilson Bell (21 July 1939 – 20 September 2026) was a New Zealand rugby league coach. He was a member of the Bell rugby league family that includes George, Ian, Dean (his son) and Cathy and Clayton Friend.
Coaching career
As coach of the Manukau Magpies, in 1985 he won the Hyland Memorial Cup as Auckland Rugby League's coach of the year. In 1988 Bell was appointed Auckland coach, a position he held for two seasons.
Between February 1990 and April 1994 Bell was the coach of Carlisle in England.[citation needed]
Bell returned to New Zealand in 1995, taking up the position of head coach of the New Zealand Māori side, a job he would hold until the 2000 World Cup.
He coached the Counties Manukau Heroes to a grand final victory in the 1996 Lion Red Cup.[citation needed]
Bell coached the Ngongotaha Chiefs in the 2001 Bartercard Cup.
Death
Bell died at Thames on 20 September 2026, at the age of 87.
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