Willie Newton

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Willie Newton
Personal information
Full nameWillie Newton
Born (1978-06-14) 14 June 1978 (age 46)
Playing information
Position Halfback
Club
YearsTeamPldTGFGP
1996–97 Western Suburbs 51106
Source: [1]
As of 28 December 2022

Willie Newton is an Australian former professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1990s. He played for Western Suburbs in the ARL competition.

Playing career

Newton made his first grade debut for Western Suburbs in round 20 of the 1996 ARL season against North Sydney at Campbelltown Sports Ground. The match is remembered for a field goal from Andrew Willis who won the game for Wests 23-22. Newton played two further games for the club in the 1996 season. In 1997, Newton made two appearances for Western Suburbs with the last being in round 3 against South Sydney which Wests lost 17-8. [2] [3]

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References

  1. "Willie Newton - Career Stats & Summary - Rugby League Project". www.rugbyleagueproject.org. Retrieved 28 December 2022.
  2. Alan Whiticker/Glen Hudson: The Encyclopedia of Rugby League Players. (1995 edition) ISBN   1875169571
  3. "Western Suburbs first grade players". www.westsmagpies.com.au.