John O'Toole
Australian rugby league coach
About John O'Toole
Lived 1922 – 2010 (aged 88). John O'Toole was an Australian rugby league coach.
John Joseph O'Toole (12 August 1922 – 21 November 2010) was an Australian rugby league administrator and coach of the Balmain Tigers.
Born in Wyong, O'Toole spent his playing career with the Bathurst Railway Club.
O'Toole was first-grade coach of Balmain from 1958 to 1960. He guided the club to a preliminary final in his first season and led them to the finals again his final year, before being replaced by ex-player Harry Bath. A long-time administrator, O'Toole served in various roles throughout his career, including national team manager and NSW Rugby League vice president. He was awarded an OAM in the 1987 Queen's Birthday honours list.
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Who was John O'Toole?
Australian rugby league coach
When was John O'Toole born?
John O'Toole was born on 12 August 1922.
When did John O'Toole die?
John O'Toole died on 21 November 2010.
What was John O'Toole's occupation?
John O'Toole was a rugby league coach.
What nationality was John O'Toole?
John O'Toole was Australian.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John O'Toole (rugby league)
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