Ryan Ghietti

Ryan Ghietti is an Italy national [rugby league team|Italy] international rugby league footballer who plays in the Rugby [league positions#Halves|halves] or as a hooker for the Northern [Pride RLFC|Northern Pride] in the Queensland Cup. Ghietti has represented the Italian national team, most notably as a member of their 2013 Rugby League [World Cup|2013] and 2017 World Cup squads.

Early life

Ghietti was born in Innisfail, Queensland, Australia.
He played his junior rugby league for the Innisfail Brothers. He is of Italian descent.

Playing career

Ghietti has represented Italy in the 2013 Rugby League [World Cup qualification – Europe|2013 World Cup qualifying tournament] in 2011, the 2013 World Cup, and the 2017 World Cup qualifying tournament in 2016. He was named captain of the Northern Pride for the 2016 season.

Personal life

Ghietti's father Les died in March 2015 from cancer.