Owen Grant WrightWRIGHT, OWEN GRANT 1982 - 86 - KIWI #567 nzleague.co.nz is a New Zealand former professional rugby league footballer who represented New Zealand in sixteen Tests, including in matches that counted towards the 1988 World Cup.
His brother Nick also represented New Zealand while his father Owen and his uncles Jack and Joe all represented the New Zealand Māori side.
Playing career Wright was an Otahuhu Leopards player in the Auckland Rugby League competition. He won several trophies while at Otahuhu, including both the Lipscombe Cup for sportsman of the year and Rothville Trophy for player of the year in 1984.
In 1974 Wright was an Under-17 and Under-19 Auckland representative. He played for the Under-21s in 1975 before making his senior debut for Auckland in 1978.Otahuhu Rovers Rugby League Football and Sports Club Inc Auckland Rugby League
Wright represented the New Zealand Māori team, including touring Great Britain and at the 1986 Pacific Cup. The Whitehaven News, 21 April 2010
Wright remained in Auckland despite having offers from professional clubs in England and Australia. In 1986 he played for the Manukau Magpies club.1986 Lion Red Rugby League Annual, New Zealand Rugby Football League, 1986. p.101
Coaching career Between 1991 and 1993 Wright coached Auckland in the national provincial competition.
Later years Wright now works in radio. He has commentated on New Zealand Warriors matches for Radio Sport since 1995.
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