Ricky Walford. The great bush inspiration | Chiming In EP031
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Ricky Walford. The great bush inspiration | Chiming In EP031
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About this listen
Every rugby league player has a story but few have overcome more humble beginnings than dashing try scoring winger Ricky Walford.
Born and raised in Western NSW, Walford became a household name in the 1980s, plying his trade with Eastern Suburbs, North Sydney and St George.
In this episode of Chiming In, Walford talks openly about a his journey after being raised on a mission before finding his way to the bright lights of Sydney.
The way he articulates the challenges he overcame to get to the top will inspire you.
TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 - Start
02:18 - Back to the beginning
07:22 - Growing up in Walgett
10:24 - Getting professional with footy
15:13 - Making Australian Schoolboys
18:54 - The defining phone call
27:21 - Joining North Sydney Bears
30:53 - Moving to Dragons
40:02 - Roy Masters as a coach
41:01 - State of Origin & injury
43:36 - '92 & '93 GF appearances
45:46 - Tina Turner commercial
48:42 - Ricky Walford Shield competition
51:21 - Working for NSWRL
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