Andrew Burgess


Andrew "Andy" Burgess is an English former professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1980s and 1990s. He played at representative level for Ireland, and at club level for the Salford City Reds and the Rochdale Hornets, as a or, i.e. number 111 or 12, or 13. As of 2017, he coaches rugby union for Fylde R.U.F.C..

Background

Andy Burgess was born in Salford, Lancashire, England.

Playing career

International honours

Andy Burgess won 3 caps for Ireland in 1996–1998 while at Salford City Reds + 1-cap.

County Cup Final appearances

Andy Burgess played in Salford's 24–18 defeat by Widnes in the 1990 Lancashire County Cup Final during the 1990–91 season at Central Park, Wigan on Saturday 29 September 1990.

Club career

Burgess joined his hometown club Salford on his 17th birthday on 1 April 1987. He spent ten years at the club, appearing in 184 games.