Mark Gleeson

Mark Gleeson (born 16 July 1982) is a former English professional rugby league footballer who played in the 2000s and 2010s.

[1][2] Mark Gleeson was born in Wigan, Greater Manchester, England, and like his brother Martin, he spent seven years of his junior career in Australia after emigrating with his family aged 8, and later signed for the Warrington Wolves Academy, featuring in their 1999 under-19 Grand Final team against Leeds Rhinos, he briefly returned to Australia to play in Cairns, Queensland.

[citation needed] Gleeson won Sky's Man of the Match award on full début against champions the Bradford Bulls in 2001.

Gleeson re-signed for the Warrington Wolves when Paul Cullen took over as coach in time for the 2003's Super League VIII.

Mark was unveiled as Halifax's new signing during halftime in their match against the Leigh Centurions which was shown live on Sky Sports.