Mal Reilly
Rugby league player & coach, 1982 Kangaroos
Born
January 19th, 1948
77 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United Kingdom
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Played rugby league professionally, representing clubs such as Hull F.C. and the New South Wales state team. Coached the Australian national team, leading them to victory in the 1982 World Cup. Also held various coaching roles in club rugby, contributing to the development of the sport in Australia.
Represented Australia in rugby league
Coached Australia to the 1982 World Cup win
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