George Casey (rugby league) explained

George Casey
Fullname:George Casey
Club1:Newtown
Year1start:1929
Appearances1:10
Tries1:6
Goals1:5
Fieldgoals1:0
Points1:28
Source:[1]

George Casey was an Australian rugby league footballer who played in the 1920s. He played for Newtown in the New South Wales Rugby League (NSWRL) competition.

Playing career

Casey made his first grade debut for Newtown against Balmain in round 8 of the 1929 season scoring two tries in a 23–11 victory. Newtown would go on to upset St George 8–7 at Earl Park, Arncliffe in the semi-final to reach the 1929 NSWRL grand final.

In the grand final, Newtown's opponents were the all conquering South Sydney side who were looking to win their 5th premiership in a row. Casey played on the wing in the final as Newtown never troubled Souths losing 30–10 at the Sydney Sports Ground in front of 16,360 fans. Casey scored a try and kicked two goals in the defeat. The grand final defeat was Casey's last game for the club.[2] [3] [4] [5]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: George Casey - Career Stats & Summary - Rugby League Project. www.rugbyleagueproject.org. 2021-08-09.
  2. Alan Whiticker/Glen Hudson: The Encyclopedia of Rugby League Players. (1995 edition)
  3. Web site: History of the Newtown Rugby League Football Club. www.newtownjets.com. 27 April 2014 .
  4. Web site: PREMIERSHIP RECORDS. www.nrl.com. 9 August 2021. 16 April 2019. https://web.archive.org/web/20190416082657/https://www.nrl.com/operations/the-game/premiership-records/. dead.
  5. Web site: A Look Back At Premiership Success. www.rabbitohs.com.au. 16 July 2023 .