Willie Tonga
Rugby league player, NRL Grand Finalist
Born
August 8th, 1983
41 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Australia
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Born on August 8, 1983, this rugby league player competed primarily in the National Rugby League (NRL). Tonga played as a center and had stints with the Brisbane Broncos, North Queensland Cowboys, and Parramatta Eels. During his career, he represented New South Wales Country and even played for Tonga at the international level. He gained recognition for his speed and power on the field. His career included participation in several NRL Grand Finals, contributing to his teams' offensive strategies and achieving significant moments in both club and international rugby league.
Played in NRL Grand Finals
Represented Tonga in rugby league
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