Jon Clarke (rugby league player)
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| Personal information | ||
|---|---|---|
| Full name | Jonathan Clarke | |
| Date of birth | April 04, 1979 | |
| Place of birth | Wigan, England | |
| Height | 5'11" (1.80m) | |
| Weight | 15st 18lbs (99Kg) | |
| Position | Hooker | |
| Club information | ||
| Current club | Warrington Wolves | |
| Number | 9 | |
| Youth clubs | ||
| Wigan Academy | ||
| Professional clubs* | ||
| Years | Club | Apps (points) |
| 1997-98 2000-01 2001-07 |
Wigan Warriors London Broncos Warrington Wolves |
28 (20) ? (?) ? (?) |
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* Professional club appearances and points |
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Jon Clarke is a hooker for Super League rugby league club Warrington Wolves. He has previously played for Wigan Warriors and London Broncos. Jon was the Super League's most effective tackler in 2004. Physical hooker with an infectious competitive spirit, Clarke's versatility saw him switch between dummy half and back row with great success. Generally used as the Wolves' starting no.9, he hits big in the early part of the game and is a strong defender from marker. He was Super League's most effective tackler in 2004 with a 99% success rate, and was fourth highest tackler in the competition in 2005.
Represented Great Britain Academy whilst coming through the junior ranks at Wigan, he played in their 1997 Premiership Final winning side against St Helens. Followed his ex Wigan coach John Monie to London Broncos in 2000, but returned north during the 2001 season when the Wolves were forced to sign a hooker on loan to solve an injury crisis. Made an instant impact with some courageous performances against top sides to earn a permanent deal at the club, and has grown into a stalwart of Paul Cullen's Wolves.
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