Bulldogs History Database
Darren McCarthy
| Player # | 507 |
|---|---|
| Position | Centre |
| DOB | 1st Nov 1963 |
| Junior Club | Souths Juniors |
| Debut | 1987: Round 12 vs Illawarra |
| Other Clubs | South Sydney |
| Rep |
Darren McCarthy played 68 games for South Sydney from 1983 to 1991 as a centre in two stints.
The son of Bob McCarthy, Darren joined Canterbury in 1987 and became a regular member of the reserve grade team. He received the opportunity to play first grade against Illawarra as a replacement.
Darren played in the 1987 reserve grade Preliminary Semi-Final against Easts (Roosters).
In 1988, Darren continued in reserve grade but played in the Premiership winning team against Balmain as a replacement.
In 1989 he started the season in first grade but was relegated for Jamie Corcoran.
Darren was able to return to first grade mid-season when Jamie Corcoran was relegated.
Darren returned to South Sydney in 1990 to complete his career.
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