Luke Branighan

Rugby league player with Penrith Panthers

Luke Branighan - Rugby league player with Penrith Panthers
Born

June 29th, 1981
43 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Australia

Links & References

Born in 1981, played professional rugby league in Australia. Spent the majority of career with the Penrith Panthers. Contributed to the team's efforts in the National Rugby League (NRL) competitions during the early 2000s.

Played for the Penrith Panthers

Competed in the National Rugby League

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