Bobby Thompson (rugby league)

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Bobby Thompson
Personal information
Full nameBobby Thompson
Born (1972-07-18) 18 July 1972 (age 51)
Playing information
PositionFullback, Centre
Club
Years Team Pld T G FG P
1995–98 Penrith Panthers 60 5 0 0 20
1999 Salford 31 5 2 0 24
Total 91 10 2 0 44
Source: [1]
As of 31 January 2023

Bobby Thompson is an Australian former professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1990s. He played for Penrith in the ARL/Super League (Australia) and NRL competitions. Thompson also played for Salford in the Super League.

Playing career[edit]

A South West Queensland product, Thompson made his first grade debut in round 5 of the 1995 ARL season against Newcastle at Marathon Stadium. Thompson would go on to play 60 matches for Penrith alternating between centre and fullback. He also featured in the clubs first finals campaign since they claimed the 1991 premiership when they qualified for the 1997 Super League finals series. In 1999, Thompson signed for Super League side Salford playing 31 games as the club finished 12th.[2][3]

References[edit]

  1. ^ "Bobby Thompson - Career Stats & Summary - Rugby League Project". www.rugbyleagueproject.org. Retrieved 31 January 2023.
  2. ^ Alan Whiticker/Glen Hudson: The Encyclopedia of Rugby League Players. (1995 edition) ISBN 1875169571
  3. ^ "Lang on League: NRL's new world has us wondering what's next". westernweekender.com.au. 18 March 2020.