Michael Crocker
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| Personal information | ||
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| Full name | Michael Crocker | |
| Date of birth | 21 June 1980 | |
| Place of birth | Auburn, New South Wales, Australia | |
| Height | 185 cm (6 ft 1 in) | |
| Weight | 99 kg (15 st 8 lb) | |
| Nickname(s) | Crock, The Enforcer Mick, Chuck, Ocker |
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| School(s) | St Patrick's College, Shorncliffe Southern Cross Catholic College |
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| Club information | ||
| Position(s) | Second row | |
| Current club | Melbourne Storm | |
| Number | 16 | |
| Youth clubs | ||
| Years | Club | |
| Brisbane Norths Brighton Roosters Redcliffe Dolphins |
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| Senior clubs* | ||
| Years | Club | Apps (points) |
| 2001–2005 2006– |
 Sydney Roosters Melbourne Storm |
92 (230) 30 (20) |
| Representative teams** | ||
| 2003– 2003–2008 |
 Queensland Australia |
9 (12) 5 (4) |
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* Professional club appearances and points |
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Michael Crocker (born June 21, 1980 in Auburn, Australia) is a rugby league player for the Melbourne Storm and the Queensland State of Origin Team. His first choice of position is second row, although he has also played hooker. He will join European Super League side Hull FC for the 2009 season.[1]
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[edit] Sydney Roosters
Crocker made his First Grade debut in 2001 for the Sydney Roosters. In doing so, he became the 1000th player to play for the club.[2] During his career with the Roosters, he made three consecutive Grand Final appearances between 2002 and 2004 which included a premiership in 2002. In the 2004 decider against the Canterbury Bulldogs, Crocker was the last player to touch the ball in the game. Trailing 16-13 and with less than seconds left on the game, Crocker appeared to make a break down the right hand side of the field about 30 metres out from the Canterbury line but lost control of the ball when Andrew Ryan desperately made contact with his arms which dislodged the ball.
Crocker made his State of Origin debut whilst playing with the Sydney Roosters in 2003, where he scored a try on debut in the second match of the series.[3]
[edit] Melbourne Storm
After signing with the Melbourne Storm in 2006 he became the Storm's lucky charm; in the two years he has been with Melbourne, he has never played in a losing team. In the 2006 preliminary final match against the St George Illawarra Dragons he injured his knee, forcing him to miss the Grand Final match against the Brisbane Broncos, which Melbourne lost. He was part of their victorious 2007 Grand Final team against Manly-Warringah.[4] His contribution to the win was highlighted by a savage but legal hit on Manly fullback Brett Stewart. Several minutes later, Crocker scored a decisive try.
Crocker's performance in the Grand Final earned him a bench position in the 2007 New Zealand v Australia Centenary Test, his first international selection since 2004.
[edit] Controversy
In 2005, Michael Crocker assaulted police during an alcohol-fueled disturbance outside a Sydney hotel. Pleaded guilty to affray and fined $10,000[5][6]
[edit] Judiciary Record
Notorious for his high and other dangerous tackles, Crocker has missed a number of games through suspension. Since 2001, Crocker has faced ten judiciary charges, and been suspended for a total of 21 weeks.[7]
[edit] 2009 and beyond
Hull FC have confirmed they have signed Crocker on a three-year contract from the 2009 season.[8][9][10]
Crocker had been linked with a move to current European Super League and World Club Challenge winners Leeds Rhinos.[11] He had also spoken to the London-based franchise Harlequins Rugby League.
Australian national coach Ricky Stuart has declared English-bound forward Michael Crocker had played his last game for Australia.[12]
[edit] Footnotes
- ^ Crocker's shock exit adds to case for Smith. LeagueHQ (2008-05-30). Retrieved on 2008-05-30.
- ^ Player List Welcome to the Roosters 100 Year Celebrations. Retrieved on October 5, 2006.
- ^ Rugby League Tables / State Of Origin / Game 2, 2003 Rugby League Tables & Statistics. Retrieved on October 5, 2006.
- ^ "It was all wrapped up at half-time: Storm", Fairfax Digital, 2007-10-01. Retrieved on 2007-10-24.
- ^ Sydney Morning Herald, 13 January, 2006. "Crocker fined over pub brawl"
- ^ The Australian, 22 March, 2005. "Roosters penalise Crocker $10,000"
- ^ "He was falling", The Daily Telegraph; Woods, M., 2007-08-18.
- ^ Hull snap up Crocker. Sky Sports (2008-05-28). Retrieved on 2008-05-28.
- ^ Crocker coup for Hull. Sportinglife (2008-05-28). Retrieved on 2008-05-28.
- ^ Hull FC sign Aussie star Crocker. BBC (2008-05-28). Retrieved on 2008-05-28.
- ^ Rhinos circle Crocker. Fox Sports (2008-03-12). Retrieved on 2008-03-12.
- ^ Crocker should pay national price. Fox Sports (2008-05-30). Retrieved on 2008-05-30.
[edit] External links
- State of Origin Official website Rugby League Player Stats
- Melbourne Storm Profile Melbourne Storm - Official Website
- National Rugby League Profile National Rugby League Home
- Michael Crocker Rugby League Tables & Statistics
- State of Origin / Queensland Players Rugby League Tables & Statistics
[edit] See also
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