Croker was named the Canberra Raiders' rookie of the year in 1991 and he went on to play somewhat of a utility position over his long career, filling into many spots throughout his team. His 120 tries for Canberra was a club record until it was surpassed by Jarrod Croker and in 2000 he was named the Raiders' player of the year. He also gained selection in Australia's 2000 World Cup winning squad.
In 2006, Croker played his 300th game for Canberra, becoming the first to achieve this honour for the club.[1]
In Croker's last game in Canberra he was given the keys to the city by Chief MinisterJon Stanhope in front of over 21,000 fans.[2]
Croker playing with the Catalans Dragons in 2007
Catalans Dragons
Croker signed a two-year deal to play for the French team the Catalans Dragons from 2007, which, after two successful campaigns, was extended by a further year in 2008. Croker's experience was of increasing value to the fledgling French side, and his physical fitness and hunger for the game are admired by many. He is regarded fondly by many Catalans Dragons fans for an audacious drop-goal scored in a 29–22 win over the Bradford Bulls at Odsal in March 2007.
Croker was the oldest player in the Super League until retiring at the end of the 2009 season at age 36.[3]
