Barry Harris (rugby league)

Barry Harris (1938–2006) was an Australian rugby league footballer and coach who played for Newtown, South Sydney and the Penrith Panthers.

In 1959, Newtown qualified for the finals and Harris played in the starting side against Manly which ended in a 17–0 defeat.

Harris left Newtown at the end of 1960 and moved out to Dubbo playing in the local country competition.

Harris played in the club's first ever game against Canterbury and made 15 appearances in their debut season as they finished second last.

Harris had an unsuccessful coaching spell with Penrith finishing towards the bottom of the ladder and he was sacked at the end of 1976.