Simon Woolford

Rugby league player and coach

Simon Woolford - Rugby league player and coach
Born

April 7th, 1975
50 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Australia

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A rugby league player with a career spanning the late 1990s to 2000s, contributions included playing as a hooker for the Canberra Raiders and St. George Illawarra Dragons in the National Rugby League (NRL). After retiring from professional play, transitioned into coaching roles in rugby league, including stints in the NRL and various local competitions. Woolford also represented Australia at the under-20 level before focusing on club rugby.

Played for the Canberra Raiders

Played for the St. George Illawarra Dragons

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