Peter Spring

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Peter Spring
Personal information
Full namePeter Spring
Born (1962-05-30) 30 May 1962 (age 62)
Playing information
Position Prop
Club
YearsTeamPldTGFGP
1986–88 Illawarra Steelers 292008
1989–91 St. George Dragons 240000
1991–92 Hull FC 180000
Total712008
Source: [1]
As of 3 February 2023

Peter Spring nicknamed "Cockie" is an Australian former professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1980s and 1990s. He played for Illawarra and St. George in the NSWRL competition. He also played for Hull FC in England.

Playing career

Spring made his first grade debut for Illawarra in round 10 of the 1986 NSWRL season against Western Suburbs at WIN Stadium. Spring would make six appearances for Illawarra in his debut season as the club finished bottom of the table and claimed the Wooden Spoon. Spring would go on to play 29 games for Illawarra over three seasons scoring two tries.

In 1989, Spring joined St. George and made his club debut in round 7 against eventual premiers Canberra at Seiffert Oval. Spring would play a total of 24 matches for St. George. In 1991, Spring joined English side Hull F.C. where he played one season. [2] [3] [4]

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References

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