Chris Sandow
Rugby league player with Parramatta Eels
Birth date is January 9, 1989. Played rugby league primarily as a halfback. Made significant contributions to the Parramatta Eels in the National Rugby League (NRL). In 2011, earned Dally M Halfback of the Year award for outstanding performance. Also represented the Indigenous All Stars in 2013.
Earned the Dally M Halfback of the Year in 2011
Played for Parramatta Eels
Represented Indigenous All Stars in 2013
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American football player, Pro Bowl wide receiver
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January 9th, 1978 48 years ago
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January 9th, 1912 114 years ago
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January 9th, 1909 117 years ago
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Born
January 9th, 2001 25 years ago
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January 9th, 1980 46 years ago
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Born
January 9th, 1980 46 years ago
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