Paul Loughlin
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Paul Loughlin (Born: 28th July 1966; Birthplace: St. Helens) was an English rugby league centre who played for his hometown team, St. Helens and the Bradford Bulls. Loughlin was a talented and loyal centre who served St. Helens well before he was transferred to the Bradford Bulls as part of the record package to bring Paul Newlove to Knowsely Road in 1995. He was a regular selection for Great Britain and holds the St. Helens record for points scored in a game- 2 tries and 16 goals for a total of 40 points in the 112-0 annihilation of Carlisle in 1986.
After his move to Bradford, he enjoyed several successful seasons with the Bulls, playing a prominent role in the Bulls winning the Super League title in 1997.
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- Loughlin appeared in 5 challenge cup finals, three times for St. Helens and twice for Bradford, and was a member of the losing side on each of these occasions