Brett Atkinson

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Brett Atkinson
Personal information
Full nameBrett Atkinson
Born (1976-09-06) 6 September 1976 (age 46)
Playing information
Position Fullback
Club
YearsTeamPldTGFGP
1999–02 Penrith Panthers 1430012
Source: [1]
As of 30 January 2023

Brett Atkinson is an Australian former professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1990s and 2000s. He played for Penrith in the NRL competition.

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Playing career

Atkinson made his first grade debut for Penrith in round 16 of the 1999 NRL season against Balmain at Leichhardt Oval. Atkinson did not feature for Penrith in the 2000 season but returned to the first grade team in 2001 making nine appearances as the club finished with the Wooden Spoon. Atkinson made his final appearance for Penrith in round 17 of the 2002 NRL season against South Sydney. [2]

Coaching career

Atkinson coached the Penrith Harold Matthews Cup team in the 2010s before signing on as St Mary's women's head coach in 2021. [3] [4]

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References

  1. "Brett Atkinson - Career Stats & Summary - Rugby League Project". www.rugbyleagueproject.org. Retrieved 30 January 2023.
  2. Alan Whiticker/Glen Hudson: The Encyclopedia of Rugby League Players. (1995 edition) ISBN   1875169571
  3. "Former Panther Brett Atkinson lands new gig with St Marys". www.westernweekender.com.au. 6 August 2020.
  4. "NSW place Origin faith in teenage dreamers". 7news.com.au. 8 June 2021.