Stuart Magee (born 13 October 1943 in Ireland) is a former Australian rules footballer who played with South Melbourne and Footscray in the VFL.
Magee, who played as a centreman and rover, made his debut for South Melbourne in 1962. By 1966 he was representing Victoria at interstate football but soon after he lost his way and was let go by South Melbourne. He was signed up by Footscray and became captain of the club during the 1970 season. In 1976 he moved to the WANFL and joined the Swan Districts as captain-coach.
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