Jack Rayner

Rugby league player and coach

Jack Rayner - Rugby league player and coach
Born

April 11th, 1921
103 years ago

Died

2008
17 years ago — 87 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Australia

Links & References

Played rugby league primarily with the Melbourne Storm and served as a coach for various teams. His coaching tenure included leading the New South Wales rugby league team. As a player, contributed significantly to the sport during the mid-20th century and was active in shaping rugby league in Australia both on and off the field.

Played for Melbourne Storm

Coached New South Wales rugby league team

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