Jonathan Britten

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Jonathan Britten
Personal information
Full nameJonathan Britten
Born (1971-05-21) 21 May 1971 (age 53)
Playing information
Position Wing, Centre
Club
YearsTeamPldTGFGP
1992–98 Illawarra Steelers 55180072
Source: [1]
As of 1 February 2023

Jonathan Britten is an Australian former professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1990s. He played for Illawarra in the NSWRL, ARL and NRL competitions.

Playing career

Britten made his first grade debut for Illawarra in round 7 of the 1992 NSWRL season against Brisbane at Lang Park. Britten went on to become one of Illawarra's longest serving players in the 1990s and was a squad member in their final season before their joint-venture with St. George commenced at the end of 1998. Britten was one of the Illawarra players who was not offered a contract to play for St. George Illawarra starting in 1999. [2] [3]

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References

  1. "Jonathan Britten - Career Stats & Summary - Rugby League Project". www.rugbyleagueproject.org. Retrieved 1 February 2023.
  2. Alan Whiticker/Glen Hudson: The Encyclopedia of Rugby League Players. (1995 edition) ISBN   1875169571
  3. "Jonathan Britten Player Profile". stgeorgedragons.com.au.