Paul Thompson (rugby league)

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Paul Thompson
Personal information
Full namePaul Thompson
Born (1961-01-23) 23 January 1961 (age 62)
Playing information
Position Five-eighth
Club
YearsTeamPldTGFGP
1982–84 Illawarra Steelers 3560124
1985 Canberra Raiders 30000
Total3860124
Source: [1]
As of 6 February 2023

Paul Thompson is an Australian former professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1980s. He played for Illawarra and Canberra in the New South Wales Rugby League (NSWRL) competition.

Playing career

Thompson made his first-grade debut in round 5 of the 1982 NSWRFL season against North Sydney at the Wollongong Showground. Thompson played 15 games for Illawarra in their inaugural season scoring one try. Thompson would go on to make a total of 35 appearances for Illawarra scoring six tries. In 1985, Thompson joined Canberra and played three games. [2] [3] [4]

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References

  1. ↑ "Paul Thompson - Career Stats & Summary - Rugby League Project". www.rugbyleagueproject.org. Retrieved 6 February 2023.
  2. ↑ "Illawarra Steelers kicked off 30 years ago". www.illawarramercury.com.au. 26 February 2012.
  3. ↑ Alan Whiticker/Glen Hudson: The Encyclopedia of Rugby League Players. (1995 edition) ISBN   1875169571
  4. ↑ "Canberra Raiders all time first grade player list". www.raiders.com.au.
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