Justin O'Neill
Rugby league player, Melbourne Storm
Born
April 4th, 1991
34 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Australia
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An Australian rugby league player competed primarily as a center. Played for the Melbourne Storm in the National Rugby League (NRL). Debuted in 2011 and contributed to the team's success in several seasons. Participated in representative rugby, including matches for the Under-20s State of Origin and the Australian Schoolboys team.
Played for Melbourne Storm
Debuted in NRL in 2011
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