Michael Beattie

Michael Beattie (born 1 July 1960) is an Australian former professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1980s and 1990s. He played at club level for the St. George Dragons (captain) and Castleford (Heritage No. 662). Playing career St. George career Michael Beattie initially played for Bexley Kingsgrove and Brighton Seagulls in the St. George Junior Rugby League, but began his senior career playing for Wollongong Wests. In 1980, he debuted with St. George, where he formed strong partnerships with Steve Rogers, Brian Johnston, Michael O'Connor, Chris Johns and Mark Coyne during the 1980s and early 1990s. Coached by Roy Masters, he played left-, i.e. number 4, in the 6–7 defeat by Canterbury-Bankstown in the Grand final during the 1985 NSWRL season.