Barry McDonald (rugby union) facts for kids
| Birth name | Barry Stuart McDonald | ||||||||||||
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| Date of birth | 9 June 1940 | ||||||||||||
| Place of birth | Wau, Papua New Guinea | ||||||||||||
| Date of death | 1 January 2020 (aged 79) | ||||||||||||
| Children | Sascha, Mischa and Dashiel | ||||||||||||
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Barry Stuart McDonald (born 9 June 1940 – died 1 January 2020) was a talented Australian rugby union player. He was born in Papua New Guinea and later played for the Australian national team, known as the Wallabies.
Who Was Barry McDonald?
Barry McDonald was a professional rugby player. He was born in a place called Wau, Papua New Guinea. This town is located in the Morobe Province. He became known for his skills on the rugby field.
His Rugby Position
Barry played as a flanker. In rugby, a flanker is a player who is usually very fast and strong. They help to win the ball back from the other team. They also support their teammates during attacks. It's a very important role in the game.
Playing for Australia
Barry McDonald was chosen to play for the Wallabies. This is the highest honor for a rugby player in Australia. He earned two "caps" for his country. A "cap" means he played in two international matches for Australia. He played for the Wallabies in 1969 and 1970.
His Family
Barry McDonald had three children. Their names are Sascha, Mischa, and Dashiel.
