Nathan Brown

Rugby league player and coach

Nathan Brown - Rugby league player and coach
Born

July 31st, 1973
51 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Australia

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A rugby league player and coach played primarily as a lock and second-row forward. Played for the Sydney Roosters and the St. George Illawarra Dragons in the National Rugby League (NRL). Transitioned to coaching with various clubs including the Newcastle Knights, where significant contributions were made to the team's development.

Played for the Sydney Roosters

Coached the Newcastle Knights

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