What was his name? Played for the Waratahs, Missed the world cup squad, spat the dummy and went to play?

Question

In France ( I think )

He was a good player, a few years ago.

It is driving me nuts.

What was his name?

Answer 1

I think it's Peter Hewat. He left because he said there was no point in trying if he wasn't in the top 60 players in oz (15 starters for the 4 australian super 14 franchises).

Answer 2

I think you may be talking about Matt Rogers....can't remember whether he got in...but he has spat the dummy a few times LOL

Answer 3

You can get info on Aussie players here:

http://www.rupa.com.au

Try the "Where Are They Now?" section under Players.

Answer 4

I'm thinking it might be Peter Hewat

He played fullback for the waratahs and missed the australian squad

and then i think lote tuquiri was talking to a selector on loudspeaker at a bar and hewat overheard them and left the waratahs to go to europe

Answer 5

I dont have a clue, but starring it in case someone on my list does..

(((Rev. Gnome)))

Answer 6

Manuel Edmonds champ, also went back to playing for Manly RUFC