Kenny Edwards (rugby league)
New Zealand rugby league footballer
Kenny Edwards (born 13 September 1989) is a New Zealand former professional rugby league footballer who played as a second-row.
He previously played for the Parramatta Eels in the NRL, and the Catalans Dragons and the Huddersfield Giants in the Super League. Edwards has also spent time on loan at Huddersfield at Castleford.
Early life
Edwards was born in Levin, New Zealand, and is of Māori and Cook Island descent.
He played his junior football for the Levin Knights and the Pukekohe Pythons, before being signed by the Manly Warringah Sea Eagles.
As a youngster, Edwards played for the Junior Kiwis.
In 2007, Edwards played for the Australian Schoolboys.
Club career
In 2008, Edwards played for Manly Warringah Sea Eagles' NYC team, however his contract was terminated at the start of 2009 due to disciplinary reasons.
He instead joined the St. George Illawarra Dragons for the 2009 season, again playing in the NYC competition.
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