Frank Benning

Frank Benning
Personal information
Full name Herbert Francis Benning
Nickname Frank
Born 1907
Gunnedah, New South Wales
Died 8 February 1990
Cronulla, New South Wales
Playing information
Position Hooker
Club
Years Team Pld T G FG P
1926–1930 University 62 4 0 0 12

Herbert Francis 'Frank' Benning OBE (1907-8 February 1990) was an Australian rugby league player and Administrator.

Frank Benning was a forward that played with the University for five seasons between 1926-1930. After excelling at Rugby League he became interested in administration, and he became the club secretary of the University club in 1930, a position that he retained until the club folded in 1937.[1] He was awarded an OBE in 1969 for services to the community.

Frank Benning died on 8 February 1990, aged 82.[2]

References

  1. Alan Whiticker/Glen Hudson: Encyclopedia of Rugby League Players. 1995 (ISBN 1875169571)
  2. Sydney Morning Herald. Death Notice 10/2/1990
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