The Campbell family have advised of the passing of former Northern Suburbs Representative Junior and Grade player Robert “Rocket” Campbell on the 5th of January 2024.
Our condolences go out to all of Robert’s family, friends and former teammates.
A few note on Roberts career to the best of our knowledge.
Born in Carrington.
Northern Suburbs schoolboy.
Northern Suburbs Junior.
Newcastle Junior Representative.
Position, Second Row and occasionally Front Row.
Northern Suburbs Grade 1963 – 1964 and 1966 -1967
Reserve Grade debut v. Maitland at Maitland Sports Ground, Saturday 6th April 1963.
First Grade debut v. Western Suburbs, Harker Oval, Saturday 19th August 1963.