Darren Nicholls
Rugby league player and coach
Born
April 15th, 1989
36 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Australia
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Played as a professional rugby league player primarily in the halfback position. Represented teams in the National Rugby League and the Intrust Super Premiership. Transitioned into coaching after retirement from professional playing, contributing to the development of players and strategies in the sport.
Competed for the Penrith Panthers
Played for the St. George Illawarra Dragons
Served as captain-coach for local clubs
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