Wayne Robert Godwin (born 13 March 1982) is an English former professional

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footballer who played as a in the 2000s and 2010s. Godwin played for the Castleford Tigers ( Heritage № 779), the

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( Heritage № 971),

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, the

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and the

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in the Super League, and for

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in the

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Background

Godwin was born in

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. He supported the Castleford Tigers as a child.

Early career

Godwin turned pro in 2002, being signed from his local club Knottingley Rockware to play for Castleford until the end of 2004, making over 60 appearances. Godwin signed a two-year deal with Wigan after Castleford's

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at the end of 2004's

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. Goodwin was called into the England A squad for the 2004

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. Godwin signed for

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in 2006.

Bradford

Godwin signed for Bradford in 2008 and was the understudy to

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, during his time at Bradford he always wore the number 14 shirt and established himself as a fans' favourite. During his time at Bradford he played many different positions including loose forward several times.

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's arrival at Odsal and the arrival of the vastly experienced hooker

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put Godwin in a position where he would be the 3rd choice hooker and would not feature in every game of the 2011 season.

Salford

It was announced that Godwin had joined Salford due to their intended hooker, Tevita Leo Latu being refused a visa. On Godwin's début, he scored a try but Salford still lost 13–12 to Leigh.

Dewsbury

Goodwin signed for Dewsbury for the 2014 season, playing in the

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. On 15 March 2015, Godwin returned on a four-week loan to Salford.

Statistics

Club career

International career

Outside rugby league

In 2013, Godwin launched a clothing brand with former team mates

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and Duane Straugheir named 'We Are Taurus'.

References

External links

*(archived by web.archive.org
Bradford Bulls profile
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Castleford Tigers profile
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{{DEFAULTSORT:Godwin, Wayne 1982 births Living people Bradford Bulls players Castleford Tigers players Dewsbury Rams players England national rugby league team players English rugby league players Hull F.C. players Rugby league hookers Rugby league players from Pontefract Salford Red Devils players Sportspeople from Knottingley Wigan Warriors players