Stephenson's place in history as an inside forward was assured when Herbert Chapman targeted him as the man to lead Huddersfield Town's challenge for three consecutive Football League titles in the 1920s, he also made a single appearance for England in that period.
Herbert Chapman designated Stephenson as the key player to guide Huddersfield Town towards three successive Football League titles in the 1920s. During this period, Stephenson also played one match for England.