Malcolm Wheeler is an Australian former professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1980s and 1990s. He played for Western Suburbs and the Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks in the NSWRL competition.

Malcolm Wheeler
Personal information
Full nameMalcolm Wheeler
Born (1964-01-30) 30 January 1964 (age 60)
Dubbo, New South Wales, Australia
Playing information
PositionProp
Club
Years Team Pld T G FG P
1986–91 Cronulla Sharks 31 2 0 0 8
1992 Western Suburbs 2 0 0 0 0
Total 33 2 0 0 8
Source: [1]
As of 22 December 2022

Playing career

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Wheeler made his first grade debut for Cronulla in round 7 of the 1986 NSWRL season against arch-rivals St. George at Shark Park. In 1988, Wheeler played 13 games as Cronulla claimed the Minor Premiership. Wheeler played in both finals matches as the club were eliminated in straight sets. After three more seasons at Cronulla, Wheeler signed for Western Suburbs but played only two matches for the club.[2][3][4]

References

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  1. ^ "Malcolm Wheeler - Career Stats & Summary - Rugby League Project". www.rugbyleagueproject.org. Retrieved 22 December 2022.
  2. ^ "Blood thicker than water for ex-Shark Wheeler". www.dailytelegraph.com.au.
  3. ^ Alan Whiticker/Glen Hudson: The Encyclopedia of Rugby League Players. (1995 edition) ISBN 1875169571
  4. ^ "Western Suburbs first grade players". www.westsmagpies.com.au.