Ben Duckworth

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Ben Duckworth
Personal information
Born (1974-09-23) 23 September 1974 (age 49)
Sydney, New South Wales
Playing information
PositionFive-eighth, Lock
Club
Years Team Pld T G FG P
1993–95 Illawarra Steelers 12 1 0 0 4
1996–97 Sydney Roosters 11 2 0 0 8
1998–99 Balmain Tigers 29 5 0 0 20
2000 Wests Tigers 13 2 0 0 8
2001 Parramatta Eels 2 1 0 0 4
Total 67 11 0 0 44
Source: [1]

Ben Duckworth (born 23 September 1974) is a former professional rugby league footballer who played for the Illawarra Steelers, Eastern Suburbs, Balmain Tigers, Wests Tigers and Parramatta Eels.

Playing career[edit]

Duckworth made his first grade debut for Illawarra against North Sydney in Round 21 1993. In 1996, Duckworth joined Eastern Suburbs which is now known as the Sydney Roosters. After 2 seasons at Easts, Duckworth joined Balmain and spent 2 years at the club and played for them in their last ever season as a first grade side.

In 2000, Duckworth was one of the few Balmain players signed by the newly formed Wests Tigers which was a merger between Balmain and fellow foundation club Western Suburbs.

In 2001, Duckworth joined Parramatta and played 2 games in their record breaking season as they finished as minor premiers. Duckworth did not play in any finals games or the grand final itself.[2]

References[edit]

  1. ^ "Ben Duckworth – Career Stats & Summary – Rugby League Project". Rugbyleagueproject.org.
  2. ^ "Official Player Numbers". Parramatta Eels.