Richard Williams (rugby league) facts for kids
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Personal information
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| Full name | Richard Williams | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Born | 31 May 1986 Moruya, New South Wales, Australia |
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Playing information
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| Height | 182 cm (6 ft 0 in) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Weight | 92 kg (14 st 7 lb) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Rugby league
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| Position | Fullback, Five-eighth | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Rugby union
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Richard "Richie" Williams (born 31 May 1986) is an Indigenous Australian who used to play professional rugby league. He was known for playing in positions like five-eighth (five-eighth) and Fullback (fullback). Richie played for several teams, including the Penrith Panthers, the St. George Illawarra Dragons, and the Gold Coast Titans.
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Who is Richie Williams?
Richie Williams was born on May 31, 1986. His full name is Richard Williams, but many people know him as Richie. He grew up in Moruya, New South Wales, a town in Australia.
Richie's Rugby League Journey
Richie Williams became a professional rugby league player. Rugby league is a popular team sport, especially in Australia. Players try to score points by carrying an oval-shaped ball and touching it down in the opponent's goal area, called a "try."
Playing Positions
In rugby league, players have different roles on the field. Richie Williams often played as a:
- Five-eighth (FE): This player is a key playmaker. They help guide the team's attacks and often kick the ball.
- Fullback (FB): This player usually stands behind the main defensive line. They are the last line of defense and also help with attacking plays.
Teams Richie Played For
Richie played for some well-known rugby league clubs:
- St. George Illawarra Dragons: He started his professional career here in 2007.
- Penrith Panthers: He also played for this team during his career.
- Gold Coast Titans: This was another team Richie played for.
Richie Williams is now a former player, meaning he has retired from professional rugby league.
