Kevin Kelly (rugby league)

Kevin Kelly nicknamed 'Two K's' is an Australian former professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1980s. He played for Illawarra and St. George in the New South Wales Rugby League (NSWRL) competition.

Kevin Kelly
Personal information
Full nameKevin Condon Kelly
Born (1960-12-02) 2 December 1960 (age 63)
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Playing information
PositionHalfback
Club
Years Team Pld T G FG P
1981–82 St. George Dragons 13 4 1 1 15
1984–86 Illawarra Steelers 40 10 1 0 42
Total 53 14 2 1 57
Source: [1]
As of 6 February 2023

Playing career

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Kelly made his first grade debut for St. George in round 5 of the 1981 NSWRFL season against Penrith at Kogarah Oval. Kelly started at five-eighth in the clubs 23–15 victory. Kelly played 13 games for the Red V over two years.

In 1984, Kelly joined Illawarra and was the clubs first choice halfback over two seasons. Kelly's final game for the club was in round 12 of the 1986 NSWRL season against Eastern Suburbs at the Wollongong Showground.[2][3]

References

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  1. ^ "Kevin Kelly - Career Stats & Summary - Rugby League Project". www.rugbyleagueproject.org. Retrieved 6 February 2023.
  2. ^ Alan Whiticker/Glen Hudson: The Encyclopedia of Rugby League Players. (1995 edition) ISBN 1875169571
  3. ^ "Kevin Kelly profile". stgeorgedragons.com.au.