Estonian Rugby League Federation

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Estonia Rugby League Federation
Founded1999 [1]
Ceased2012 [1]
Responsibility Estonia
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The Estonia Rugby League Federation was the governing body for the sport of rugby league football in Estonia. The Association was formed during 1999 and dissolved in 2012.

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