John Farragher

John Farragher OAM (born 1 April 1957) is an Australian former professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1970s.

He made his first grade debut in his side's 9−8 loss to the South Sydney Rabbitohs at Redfern Oval in round 4 of the 1978 season.

[3] On 28 May 1978, in just his seventh appearance in the top grade, against the Newtown Jets at Henson Park in round 10 of the 1978 season, a collapsed scrum during the first half left him seriously injured.

[4][5] In the aftermath, a trust fund was set up to provide him with the financial support needed for the rest of his life.

He still continues to hold that role, with his charm, warmth, and unwavering passion for the Panthers making him a most popular and recognizable character among the club's patrons.