Frank Saunders (rugby league)

Frank Fuller Saunders (1902-1978) was an Australian rugby league player who played in the 1920s.

Frank Saunders

Frank Saunders. 1927 First Grade
Personal information
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
Playing information
Position	Wing, Centre
Club Years Team Pld T G FG P 1923–29 St. George 75 50 20 0 190 Representative Years Team Pld T G FG P 1924–25 New South Wales 2 0 0 0 0 1923 Metropolis 1 2 2 0 10
Source: [1]

Background

Saunders was born in Rockdale, New South Wales on 11 November 1902.

Playing career

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.

Frank Saunders. Centre 1927 Grand Final

Post playing

After his retirement from football, he was a committeeman and loyal servant of the St. George club for most of his life.[2]

Death

Saunders died from cancer on 19 July 1978.[3]

References

1. "Frank Saunders - Career Stats & Summary - Rugby League Project". Rugbyleagueproject.org.
2. Alan Whiticker/Glen Hudson: Encyclopedia of Rugby League Players. 1995. (ISBN 1875169571)
3. Sydney Morning Herald: Death Notice 20/7/1978