Frank Fuller Saunders (1902-1978) was an Australian rugby league player who played in the 1920s.
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| Full name | Frank Fuller Saunders | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Born | 11 November 1902 Rockdale, New South Wales, Australia | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Died | 19 July 1978 (aged 75) Carlton, New South Wales, Australia | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Position | Wing, Centre | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Background edit
Saunders was born in Rockdale, New South Wales on 11 November 1902.
Playing career edit
Frank 'Fatty' Saunders played with St. George during the clubs' foundation years. He played seven seasons with Saints between 1923-1929 including St. George's first grand final in 1927. Saunders also represented N.S.W. on two occasions in 1924-1925.
Post playing edit
After his retirement from football, he was a committeeman and loyal servant of the St. George club for most of his life.[2]
Death edit
Saunders died from cancer on 19 July 1978.[3]
References edit
- ^ "Frank Saunders - Career Stats & Summary - Rugby League Project". Rugbyleagueproject.org.
- ^ Alan Whiticker/Glen Hudson: Encyclopedia of Rugby League Players. 1995. (ISBN 1875169571)
- ^ Sydney Morning Herald: Death Notice 20/7/1978