Benny Wearing

Rugby league player with Australian club St. George

Benny Wearing - Rugby league player with Australian club St. George
Born

June 11th, 1901
124 years ago

Died

1968
57 years ago — 67 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Australia

Links & References

Played rugby league for St. George between 1922 and 1928. Contributed to the team's strong performance during his tenure. Participated in multiple matches that highlighted his skills on the field.

Played for St. George Dragons

Competed in the New South Wales Rugby League

Participated in premiership-winning campaigns

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