Kevin Kelly (rugby league)

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Kevin Kelly
Personal information
Full nameKevin Condon Kelly
Born (1960-12-02) 2 December 1960 (age 62)
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Playing information
Position Halfback
Club
YearsTeamPldTGFGP
1981–82 St. George Dragons 1341115
1984–86 Illawarra Steelers 40101042
Total53142157
Source: [1]
As of 6 February 2023

Kevin Kelly nicknamed 'Two K's' is an Australian former professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1980s. He played for Illawarra and St. George in the New South Wales Rugby League (NSWRL) competition.

Playing career

Kelly made his first grade debut for St. George in round 5 of the 1981 NSWRFL season against Penrith at Kogarah Oval. Kelly started at five-eighth in the clubs 23–15 victory. Kelly played 13 games for the Red V over two years.

In 1984, Kelly joined Illawarra and was the clubs first choice halfback over two seasons. Kelly's final game for the club was in round 12 of the 1986 NSWRL season against Eastern Suburbs at the Wollongong Showground. [2] [3]

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References

  1. "Kevin Kelly - Career Stats & Summary - Rugby League Project". www.rugbyleagueproject.org. Retrieved 6 February 2023.
  2. Alan Whiticker/Glen Hudson: The Encyclopedia of Rugby League Players. (1995 edition) ISBN   1875169571
  3. "Kevin Kelly profile". stgeorgedragons.com.au.