Robert Alexander "Bob" McLean (born 21 January 1949) is a former rugby union player who represented Australia.
McLean, a number 8, was born in Sydney, New South Wales and claimed a total of 5 international rugby caps for Australia.
McLean played first grade rugby for three clubs: Sydney University, Eastern Suburbs and Manly.
Playing in excess of 150 games as a back row forward.
His goal kicking ability was a handy addition to his goal scoring ability (10 tries in 1978 and 8 tries in 1979 for the Manly club) and won him the Roscoe Fay Memorial Trophy in 1979.
In his younger years, McLean had shown immense talent as a cricketer but time and university commitments led McLean down the path of rugby.
For more information see: http://manlyrugby.com.au/images/Annual_Reports/Annual_Report_1979.pdf.