Rhys Wesser

Quick Facts

Full Name	Rhys Wesser
Occupation	Rugby League Player
Date Of Birth	Mar 31, 1979(1979-03-31)
Age	45
Country	Australia
Birth City	Rockhampton
Horoscope	Pisces

Rhys Wesser Biography

Rhys Wesser is one of the most popular and richest Rugby League Player who was born on March 31, 1979 in Rockhampton, Australia. Rhys Joseph Wesser, born 31 March 1979, is an Australian former professional rugby league footballer. He last played for South Sydney in the NRL. He is a Queensland State of Origin fullback and previously played for Penrith Panthers with whom he won 2003 NRL Premiership.

Wesser was chosen to represent Queensland in the 2004 State of Origin series.

Wesser made the Aboriginal selection in the exhibition game against the New Zealand Māori side as part of the official opening of the 2008 World Cup on 26 October.

In only the second round of the 2009 season, his first with Souths, Wesser injured his knee. He made his return to the field in the 2010 NRL season.

The 2003 NRL premiers, Penrith traveled to England to take on the 2003 Super League champions, Bradford Bulls, in the 2004 World Club Challenge. Wesser was at fullback during the Panthers’ loss 22-4. Although Wesser’s try scoring declined with the addition Amos Roberts to his squad, he still scored thirteen attempts.

Rhys Wesser Net Worth

Rhys Wesser is one of the richest Rugby League Player from Australia. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Rhys Wesser 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

In 1998, Wesser made his debut. He moved from Rockhampton, New South Wales to play for Penrith Panthers. However, he had trouble pushing for a spot in the first grade with Peter Jorgensen still holding that title.

He set a Penrith club record for 2002 with nineteen tries. This included three hat-tricks. He was nicknamed “Rhys Lighting” and quickly became a fan favourite due to his line-breaking speed and acceleration. He scored on 25 occasions the following season, surpassing his previous record. This earned him the title of most prolific fullback try scorer in Australian rugby league history. The Panthers won their second premiership title by defeating the Sydney Roosters in 2003’s NRL grand final, in which Wesser was at fullback.

In 2008, Wesser announced that he would be joining the South Sydney Rabbitohs in 2009 for a two-year deal. Wesser’s 113 tries is the most scored by any Penrith player.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

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Who is Rhys Wesser Dating?

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Facts & Trivia

Rhys Ranked on the list of most popular Rugby League Player. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in Australia. Rhys Wesser celebrates birthday on March 31 of every year.

Is Rhys Wesser Aboriginal?

Born in Rockhampton, Queensland, Wesser is of Aboriginal and South Sea Islander (Vanuatuan) descent. He played junior rugby league in his hometown with the Rockhampton Brothers. At age 16, Wesser was selected for the Queensland under-17s representative side.

What happened Rhys Wesser?

Domestic assault charges against former NRL player Rhys Wesser have been dropped after his victim failed to appear at a Court hearing.

When did Rhys Wesser retire?

South Sydney Rabbitohs fullback Rhys Wesser has announced that he will retire at the conclusion of the 2011 season.