Andy Burgess (rugby league)


Andrew Burgess is a former professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1980s and 1990s. He played at representative level for Ireland national [rugby league team|Ireland], and at club level for the Salford City Reds and the Rochdale Hornets, as a or. As of 2017, he coaches rugby union for Fylde R.U.F.C. and from 2019-2020 season plays for Fylde Vandals

Background

Andy Burgess was born in Salford, Lancashire, England.

Playing career

Club career

Burgess joined his hometown club Salford on his 17th birthday on 1 April 1987. He spent ten years at the club, appearing in 184 games.
Andy Burgess played in Salford's 24–18 defeat by Widnes in the 1990 [Lancashire Cup] Final during the 1990–91 [Rugby Football League season|1990–91 season] at Central Park, Wigan on Saturday 29 September 1990.

International honours

Andy Burgess won 3 caps for Ireland national [rugby league team|Ireland] in 1996–1998 while at Salford City Reds + 1-cap.