Ashley Harrison

Rugby league player, Queensland representative

Ashley Harrison - Rugby league player, Queensland representative
Born

May 18th, 1981
43 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Australia

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Born in Australia, a rugby league player played as a lock and second-row forward. Made significant contributions at both club and representative levels. Played for NRL teams including the Brisbane Broncos and Gold Coast Titans. Represented Queensland in State of Origin and played for Australia in international competitions.

Won the NRL Premiership with the Brisbane Broncos in 2006

Played in multiple State of Origin series for Queensland

Represented Australia in international matches

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