Former Australian rugby league center Terry Hill has passed away at the age of 52. The former player for Manly, Wests Tigers, Wests, Souths, and Eastern Suburbs is believed to have died from a heart attack in the Philippines.
Hill’s death was confirmed by the Manly Sea Eagles club via email to ABC Sport. He was a notable figure in the sport during the 1990s and early 2000s, earning praise from Australian Rugby League Commission chairman Peter V’landys as someone “universally loved” by the rugby league community.
Throughout his career, Hill played 246 first-grade games in Australia, represented New South Wales 14 times in State of Origin, and played for Australia nine times. He debuted in first grade in 1990 for Souths but spent the majority of his career with Manly, where he was part of the 1996 ARL premiership-winning side.
Hill made his State of Origin debut for New South Wales in 1993 and became a regular in the side in the late 1990s. He was also involved in a memorable moment in Australian rugby league history when he faced off against Queensland Maroons rival Gorden Tallis during Game II of the 1999 series.
Manly CEO Tony Mestrov and Hill’s premiership captain Geoff Toovey both paid tribute to him, highlighting his impact and positive influence on and off the field.
Beyond rugby league, Hill was known for his advocacy for greyhound racing, using his platform to promote the sport during his playing days. Greyhound Racing NSW chief executive Rob Macaulay expressed deep sadness at Hill’s passing, acknowledging his significant contributions to the greyhound racing community.
Throughout his career, Hill played 246 first-grade games in Australia, represented New South Wales 14 times in State of Origin, and played for Australia nine times. He debuted in first grade in 1990 for Souths but spent the majority of his career with Manly, where he was part of the 1996 ARL premiership-winning side.
Hill made his State of Origin debut for New South Wales in 1993 and became a regular in the side in the late 1990s. He was also involved in a memorable moment in Australian rugby league history when he faced off against Queensland Maroons rival Gorden Tallis during Game II of the 1999 series.
Manly CEO Tony Mestrov and Hill’s premiership captain Geoff Toovey both paid tribute to him, highlighting his impact and positive influence on and off the field.
Beyond rugby league, Hill was known for his advocacy for greyhound racing, using his platform to promote the sport during his playing days. Greyhound Racing NSW chief executive Rob Macaulay expressed deep sadness at Hill’s passing, acknowledging his significant contributions to the greyhound racing community.
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