When Gordon Bray and his Homebush Boys High schoolmates ruled their rugby world
Renowned rugby broadcaster Gordon Bray reflects on his time as a student at Homebush Boys High School. He highlights the 1965 Waratah Shield victory as a career-defining moment alongside his professional achievements in sports commentary.
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The article provides a human-interest perspective on the history of Australian rugby through the lens of a prominent media figure.
Homebush Boys High's 1965 Waratah Shield victory remains fresh in the minds of those involved. ( Artwork: Kyle Pollard )
Link copied Share Share article It's not easy for Gordon Bray to name his favourite memory from a lifetime involved with rugby union.
Regarded as one of international rugby's greatest broadcasters, Bray called almost 400 Test matches, including a host of significant moments in the Wallabies' storied history.
World Cup victories, the 1984 Grand Slam, series wins over the All Blacks, and British and Irish Lions … Bray was behind the microphone for so many of Australian rugby's milestone achievements.
His service to the game and sport broadcasting was recognised in 2005 when he was made a Member of the Order of Australia in the Queen's Birthday Honours list.
Gordon Bray called rugby during his broadcast career with the ABC, and the Seven and 10 networks. ( ABC )
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