Amos Roberts

Rugby player; played for Australia

Amos Roberts - Rugby player; played for Australia
Born

November 2nd, 1980
45 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Australia

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Played professional rugby league in Australia, primarily for the Penrith Panthers and the Sydney Roosters. Contributed to the Panthers' 2003 NRL premiership victory. Represented the Australian national team in international competitions, participating in numerous test matches.

Played for Penrith Panthers

Won the 2003 NRL premiership

Represented Australia in rugby league

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