David French (rugby league)

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David French
Personal information
Full nameDavid French
Born (1963-10-03) 3 October 1963 (age 59)
Playing information
Position Centre, Wing
Club
YearsTeamPldTGFGP
1984 Balmain 100000
1986–89 Eastern Suburbs 3890036
Total4890036
Representative
YearsTeamPldTGFGP
1985 NSW Country 10000
Source: [1]
As of 16 January 2023

David French nicknamed "Frog" is an Australian former professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1980s. He played for Eastern Suburbs and Balmain in NSWRL competition.

Playing career

French made his first grade debut for Balmain in round 1 of the 1984 NSWRL season against the Illawarra Steelers. French played ten games for Balmain before departing the club. In 1985, French was selected to play in the annual City vs Country Origin game. In 1986, French signed for Eastern Suburbs. In round 11 of the 1988 NSWRL season, French broke the jaw of Manly player Dale Shearer. Shearer was later awarded $60,000 in compensation. French played one final season with Easts in 1989 but was released at the end of the season. [2] [3] [4]

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References

  1. "David French - Career Stats & Summary - Rugby League Project". www.rugbyleagueproject.org. Retrieved 16 January 2023.
  2. Alan Whiticker/Glen Hudson: The Encyclopedia of Rugby League Players. (1995 edition) ISBN   1875169571
  3. "Club Player Honour Roll". www.roosters.com.au.
  4. "Legal minefield for coaches who tell players to 'take out' opponents". www.smh.com.au. 25 April 2002.