Chris Chester (born Wakefield, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom) is an English professional rugby league player who has played for; Stanley Rangers ARLFC, Halifax, Wigan Warriors, Hull F.C., Hull KR, in the English rugby league competition.

The former Stanley Rangers Junior was captain of England Schools before he signed as a professional with Halifax Blue Sox. He made an impression in the Super League in the 1998 season where he was the runner up in the Young Player of the Year awards.

Wigan Warriors then signed him soon after and at the JJB Stadium he appeared for the ‘Cherry and Whites’ in the 2000 Grand Final against St. Helens, then in the 2001 Grand Final against Bradford.

After spending seven years at Hull FC, Chester joined Hull Kingston Rovers for their inaugural season in Super League after signing a two year contract. In 2006 Chester made 13 appearances while in 2005 he played 20 times, scoring 6 tries.

Chester, now retired after a serious neck injury, is in the Hull Kingston Rovers coaching team for the 2009 Super League season.

[edit] External links

• Statistics at rugbyleagueproject.org
• "My life in rugby league: Chris Chester interview at TotalRL.com