Ben Duckworth

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.

Ben Duckworth

Personal information
Born	(1974-09-23) 23 September 1974 Sydney, New South Wales
Playing information
Position	Five-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
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Playing career

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.