Terry Campese
Rugby league player, Australian national team
Born
August 4th, 1984
41 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Australia
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Played as a halfback or five-eighth in rugby league. Spent the majority of professional career with the Canberra Raiders in the National Rugby League (NRL). Represented Australia in international matches and was part of the Kangaroos squad. Achieved the title of NRL Player of the Year in 2009. Suffered multiple injuries throughout career, impacting playing time and performance.
Played for the Canberra Raiders
Australian national team representative
NRL Player of the Year in 2009
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