Gary Freeman

Biography

Gary Ross Freeman, nicknamed "The Wiz" (or "Whiz"), is a legendary New Zealand former professional rugby league footballer and coach. Celebrated as one of the country's greatest Test halfbacks, he captained the Kiwis, held the record for most consecutive international tests (37), and won the prestigious Dally M Medal in 1992 while playing for Eastern Suburbs. Following his playing career, he coached the New Zealand national team and worked widely as a prominent television commentator and sports panelist.