Laurie Daley

Rugby league player and coach

Laurie Daley - Rugby league player and coach
Born

October 20th, 1969
56 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Australia

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Played as a five-eighth for the Canberra Raiders, contributing to the team's success in the National Rugby League. Won the NRL Premiership three times during 1989, 1990, and 1994. Represented New South Wales in the State of Origin series and Australia internationally. Transitioned to coaching after retirement, leading clubs and the representative teams.

Won three NRL Premierships with Canberra Raiders

Represented New South Wales and Australia

Coached New South Wales in the State of Origin

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