Benjamin Graham Beevers (born ) is a former professional

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footballer who played in the 1980s. He played at club level for

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ARLFC and Halifax, as a (a number 8 or 10), or (a number 11 or 12).

Playing career

Challenge Cup Final appearances

Ben Beevers played left-, i.e. number 8, (replaced by interchange/ substitute

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) in Halifax's 19-18 victory over St. Helens in the

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Final during the 1986–87 season at

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on Saturday 2 May 1987.

Championship appearances

Ben was at Halifax for ten years which included 10 appearances (2 as a substitute) in Halifax's victory in the

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during the 1985–86 season.

One-club man

Ben Beevers was a fantastic asset for Halifax. He did not score many tries but he was a whole-hearted prop forward who gave his all for the team. He was awarded a testimonial by the club in 1990. Ben recalls that one of his best moments was holding the Challenge Cup triumphant after the 1987 Challenge Cup final.

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