Gregory Burns (born 5 March 1995) is a professional

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footballer who played as a for

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in the Betfred League One. Burns is a graduate of the

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Academy system and has played in Sheffield's reserve team. He helped the Eagles to win the inaugural 1895 Cup as they defeated

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36–18 in the final. His brothers Jonathan and Paddy came through the Eagles' youth system. Paddy signed a professional contract with them in 2018 and Jonathan plays with the

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. On 14 April 2017, Greg scored his first professional try for the Eagles. It was against

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in an 18–42 victory. In November 2021, Burns signed for Doncaster on a one-year deal.

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Sheffield Eagles profile
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