Michael Maguire
Rugby league coach and player
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Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Australia
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Played rugby league professionally as a hooker, primarily for the Raiders and the Rabbitohs in Australia. Transitioned to coaching after retirement, taking on roles in various clubs. Achieved notable success with the South Sydney Rabbitohs, leading the team to a premiership title in 2014. Also served as a coach for the New Zealand national team, guiding them to a Four Nations title in 2014. His career includes significant contributions both as a player and a coach in the rugby league.
Led South Sydney Rabbitohs to NRL premiership in 2014
Coached New Zealand national team to Four Nations title in 2014
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