Emanuel Joseph Russell (22 January 1893 â 10 February 1956) was an Australian rugby league player.
Born in Milton, Russell played as a forward for Balmain between 1919 and 1924, during which he participated in three premiershipâÂÂwinning campaigns. He was often utilised as a goalâÂÂkicker and gained Metropolis (NSW City) representative honours. His brother Tony also played for Balmain.
Russell was also a competitive sailor, racing on 18 footers. He won NSW state championships as a swimmer for the Balmain District League Swimming Club, specialising in the 100, 220 and 400 yard events.