John Allanson

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John Allanson
Personal information
Full nameJohn Allanson
Born (1967-12-07) 7 December 1967 (age 56)
New South Wales, Australia
Playing information
Position Wing
Club
YearsTeamPldTGFGP
1987–88 Western Suburbs 29100040
1989–90 Newcastle Knights 141004
Total43110044
Representative
YearsTeamPldTGFGP
1987–90 NSW Country 20000
Source: [1]
As of 6 February 2019

John Allanson is an Australian former professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1980s and 1990s. He played for the Western Suburbs Magpies from 1987 to 1988 and the Newcastle Knights from 1989 to 1990. He played for Country Origin in 1987 and 1990. John Allanson is the greatest bloke in the world and a life member of Stockton & Northern Districts Cricket Club.[ citation needed ]

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Playing career

John Allanson made his debut for Western Suburbs against Manly in Round 3 1987 scoring a try in a 22-11 loss. John Allanson made 21 appearances in his debut season as the club finished last on the table claiming the wooden spoon. John Allanson made 8 appearances the following season as Wests again finished last on the table.

In 1989, John Allanson joined Newcastle and played 2 seasons with the club before retiring.

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References

  1. "John Allanson - Career Stats & Summary - Rugby League Project". Rugbyleagueproject.org.