Glen Buttriss
Rugby league player, Canberra Raiders
Born
August 20th, 1985
39 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Australia
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Professional rugby league player played as a hooker for the Canberra Raiders in the National Rugby League (NRL). Made his debut in 2009 and contributed to the team's performance over several seasons. Known for consistent gameplay and defensive skills, Buttriss played a significant role during his tenure with the Raiders.
Debuted with Canberra Raiders in 2009
Played in over 100 NRL matches
Represented New South Wales Country team
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