Dean James Callaway (born 10 December 1970) is an Australian former professional

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footballer who played in the 1990s and 2000s. Callaway's position of choice was as a . He played for

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in Australia and London Broncos in the Super League.

Playing career

Callaway made his first grade debut for Illawarra in Round 10 1991 against Manly-Warringah at

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. In 1997, Callaway made 15 appearances as Illawarra reached the finals by finishing 6th. Callaway played in their elimination final defeat against the

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. In 1998, Callaway made 19 appearances in what would prove to be Illawarra's final season in the top grade. Callaway captained the side in their final ever game which was in Round 24 1998 which ended in a 25-24 loss against

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. In 1999, Callaway joined English side the London Broncos after not being offered a contract to play with the joint venture side. Callaway made a total of 58 appearances for London and scored 13 tries before retiring.

Post playing

In 2008, Callaway coached the

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who play in the

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competition.

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{{DEFAULTSORT:Callaway, Dean 1970 births Living people Australian rugby league players Australian expatriate sportspeople in England London Broncos players Illawarra Steelers players Rugby league hookers Place of birth missing (living people)