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
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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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