Hazem El Masri

Rugby league player and educator

Hazem El Masri - Rugby league player and educator
Born

April 1st, 1976
49 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Australia

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Born in Lebanon and raised in Australia, played professional rugby league as a winger for the Canterbury Bulldogs in the NRL. Achieved significant success during a career spanning over 14 years, contributing to the team's victory in multiple Grand Finals. Transitioned to education after retirement, focusing on imparting knowledge and skills to young people.

Played for Canterbury Bulldogs

Scored over 200 tries in NRL

Won the NRL Grand Final in 2004

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