Chris Blair (rugby league)

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Chris Blair
Personal information
Full nameChristopher Blair
Born (1964-02-26) 26 February 1964 (age 59)
Playing information
Position Second-row
Club
YearsTeamPldTGFGP
1985 Penrith Panthers 20000
1988–89 Western Suburbs 171004
Total191004
Source: [1]
As of 28 December 2022

Chris Blair is an Australian former professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1980s. He played for Western Suburbs and Penrith in the NSWRL competition.

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Background

Blair is the older brother of Cameron Blair who played 183 first grade games between 1986-1997.

Playing career

Blair made his first grade debut for Penrith in round 11 of the 1985 NSWRL season against Western Suburbs at Penrith Stadium. Blair made one further appearance that year against Balmain. Later that year, Penrith would qualify for their first finals series since entering the competition in 1967. In 1988, Blair joined Western Suburbs however the club would struggle on the field finishing with the Wooden Spoon. Blair spent one further year at Western Suburbs with his final appearance in the top grade coming against his former team Penrith where Wests lost 37-0. [2] [3]

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References

  1. ↑ "Chris Blair - Career Stats & Summary - Rugby League Project". www.rugbyleagueproject.org. Retrieved 28 December 2022.
  2. ↑ Alan Whiticker/Glen Hudson: The Encyclopedia of Rugby League Players. (1995 edition) ISBN   1875169571
  3. ↑ "Western Suburbs first grade players". www.westsmagpies.com.au.
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