Willie Mason
Rugby league player with NRL success
Born
April 15th, 1980
45 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Australia
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Played professional rugby league primarily in the National Rugby League (NRL) for teams including the Canterbury Bulldogs and the Sydney Roosters. Achieved significant success with the Bulldogs, winning the NRL Grand Final in 2004. Represented New Zealand and Australia at the international level, earning caps for both national teams during his career. Notable for his size and athleticism in the forward pack, Mason became a prominent figure in the sport during the 2000s.
Won the NRL Grand Final with the Canterbury Bulldogs in 2004
Represented Australia and New Zealand in international rugby league
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